Midrand police spokesperson, Constable Matome Tlamela said, “Sector 1 has a problem of house robberies, carjacking and housebreakings. Sector 2 has an increase of theft out of motor vehicles at shopping centres and housebreakings.”
Sector 1 hotspots include Allen, Zinia, Kruger, West and Modderfontein roads, Kyalami on Main and Willow Street. Sector 2 hotspots include Harry Galaun, Chris Barnard, Bekker and Albertyn streets.
Midrand Police Station offers the following tips to community members to prevent a hijacking situation:
- Know your environment, know who belongs in the vicinity of your home or workplace and who does not
- Keep your eyes open for anything out of the ordinary
- Lock all doors and close windows of your vehicle before driving off
- Try to vary your route to places visited regularly
- Ensure all your mirrors are adjusted to give you an optimal all-round view of your surroundings
- Try to stop about 5m behind the car in front of you at a traffic light, in case you have to getaway if trouble arises.
Details: Midrand Police station 011 347 1600.
