Parkview police share festive season tips to prevent crime

Parkview police have started with festive season operations and will conduct disruptive operations, vehicle checkpoints and crime awareness campaigns in the policing precinct.

Parkview Police Station Commander Colonel Theledi Gopane shared some festive season tips to prevent crimes such as hijackings, robberies and business robberies.

Hijackings

• Avoid being alone in a vehicle when travelling at night.
• Do not stop near hijacking spots or at 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 through fitting access doors with security gates and installing burglar bars on windows.
• Request neighbours 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 your 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. Details: To report these crimes, members of the community can contact Parkview police on 011 067 6000 or 08600 10111.