Residents are urged by the Parkview police to ensure their security in their vehicles. There are a number of factors drivers need to consider when they are inside or outside their property.
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Parkview police spokesperson, Tintswalo Sibeko, offers the following tips to ensure people’s safety in all matters relating to their vehicles:
- Always lock your vehicle doors and keep the windows closed
- Avoid stopping at remote places
- Do not leave your vehicle unlocked even if you think you will be away for one minute
- Park your car in well-lit places
- If something seems suspicious, do not talk to strangers, rather be rude and drive away
- Alternate your route to work and back
- Car hijackers may stage a minor accident so they can approach your car
- Do not resist especially if the thief has a weapon
- Your life is more valuable than possessions
- Do not give strangers a lift
- If possible, put up a mirror against the front wall of your garage to see if someone is following you into the garage
- If strangers loiter near or at your driveway, rather drive past. If they loiter for a long time report it to your nearest police station
- Limit your trips at night or at least take someone along with you
- Do not reach for your purse or valuables. Leave everything behind if forced from the car
Details: Parkview Police Station 011 486 5000.
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