Police share motor vehicle safety tips.
Randburg Police Station reminds motorists and car owners to be vigilant and careful when it comes to their vehicles. According to the station’s spokesperson, Captain Makgowanyana Maja, motorists face an array of potential crimes and incidents to which they can easily fall victim.
These included theft of and from a motor vehicle and being part of or causing fatal accidents. The station hopes that those in its policing precinct will consider these tips but have added that members of the public should remain cautious at all times and report any illegal or suspicious activity taking place near them.
Safety tips and safety awareness in a vehicle:
- Ensure that your vehicle is in a good condition when you plan to go on a journey
- Ensure that the fuel tank of your vehicle always has sufficient fuel
- Do not leave your vehicle unlocked, even if you think you will be away for only a minute
- Avoid stopping at remote places
- If a stranger wants to talk to you while in your vehicle, do not open the window wide.
- Car-hijackers may stage a minor accident so they can approach your car
- If something seems suspicious, do not talk to investigate the matter or talk to strangers around, rather drive away and contact the police
- Limit your trips at night or at least take someone along with you
- Vary the route you travel to work and back, if this is possible
- If approached by a stranger while in your car, drive off if possible or press your hooter to attract attention
- 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
- If your car is bumped from behind and you do not feel comfortable with the individual(s) involved in the situation, drive to the nearest police station for help
Details: Police Crime Stop 08600 10111.
