Keep safe on holiday

With holidays in full swing, the South African Police Service urges people to take extra precautions to ensure their safety.

The police force shared the following safety tips to prevent trio crimes:

Hijackings

• Avoid being alone in a vehicle when travelling at night.
• Do not stop around hijacking spots or in any secluded area.
• Always be alert when driving. If you suspect that you are being followed by a suspicious vehicle, drive to the nearest police station or call the SAPS emergency number 10111.
• Do not pick up hitchhikers, particularly when you drive alone.
•  Avoid distractions such as being on your phone, drinking, and driving.
• Increase caution at intersections, always keep a lookout for people loitering around your car or for any sudden activity around your car.

House Robberies

• Always be on the lookout for suspicious persons and vehicles.
• Enhance security by fitting access doors with security gates and installing burglar bars on windows.
• Request neighours to keep an eye on when you go away for an extended period.
• Do not open gates and doors for strangers.
• Verify the details of anyone before you employ them and check the authenticity of a contractor before you allow access to the premises.

Business Robberies

• Do not keep too much money on the business premises.
• Be on the lookout for suspicious customers.
• Do not keep the shop open till late.
• Avoid being alone, especially at night.
• Business owners must not open for anyone after the business has closed.

In need of assistance? Contact your nearest police station:

Rosebank Police Station: 011 778 4700
Parkview Police Station: 011 067 6000
Norwood Police Station: 011 483 4600