Crime in this country against women and children remains a major concern.
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With the increasing number of cases of violence against women and children, the KwaThema Police have issued some safety tips to ensure everyone is safe this festive season. Police spokesperson Capt Thabo Sibuyi says it is imperative for women and children to remain alert at all times and to memorise what is happening around them.
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Here are some tips to bear in mind:
• Avoid walking alone in the dark or in quiet places, especially at night or in the early hours of the morning.
• Inform relatives, friends or a partner of where you are going, who you are going with and when you expect to be back.
• Before entering a taxi or any motor vehicle, look if there are any suspicious characters and also keep a record of the registration number and colour of the vehicle.
• Try to memorise the route the driver takes.
• Remember the face of the driver and people inside the motor vehicle.
• Have the numbers of your relatives or police on speed dial.
• Avoid sleeping in the vehicle.
• Do not agree to have sex with anyone in exchange of a job or any alcohol favours.
• Don’t accept liquor from strangers.
• Don’t accept a lift from people who you don’t know.
• When you can feel that you are drunk, call someone you know and trust to take you home.
• Avoid being on your cellphone all the time as it sometimes becomes a distraction.
• If you are driving and are being followed, go to the nearest police station and report the matter.
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Sibuyi says when someone goes missing, make sure that you report them to the nearest police station as soon as possible, as there is no waiting period.
Also, have as much information as possible and a recent photo of them.
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