NEWCASTLE KZN: Here’s how to protect your home and business, according to local SAPS

Lizzy Arumugam of the Newcastle SAPS Corporate Communications unit is making an urgent plea to all business and home owners, to adhere to and implement the provided safety hints and measures.

“As we are fast approaching the festive season, criminals are already operating and targeting businesses and homes. In an effort to protect yourself and your property, the police are encouraging the public to adhere to hints provided,” said Arumugam.

To minimise the risk of business robberies :

• Do not keep too much money in the business premises.
• Be on the lookout for suspicious customers.
• Do not keep the business open until late.
• Avoid being alone at the business, especially at night.
• Do not open for anyone after business is closed.
• Install surveillance cameras if possible.
• Employ security personnel for extra safety.
• Be vigilant when working with money, and bank cash as often as possible.  

To minimise the risk of house robberies:

• Always be on the lookout for suspicious persons and vehicles.
• Enhance security through fitting access doors with security gates and install burglar bars on windows.
• Request that neighbours keep an eye on the house when you go away for an extended period of time.
• Do not open gates and doors for strangers.
• Verify the details of anyone before you employ them and check authenticity of a contractor before you allow access to the premises.
• Watchdogs can be a good deterrent for robbers.
• Be vigilant when entering your premises and keep an eye out for suspicious persons loitering around on pavements and on the street. 

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