This is part of an initiative to provide proper police identification information to assist when dealing with police-related issues.
One of the easiest ways to identify police vehicles is with the call sign, which is the identification number of the vehicle. The CPF chairperson, Wendy Vorster-Robertson, added that it’s the most important item to record.
“The call sign is on all marked police vehicles and indicates the station and the allocated vehicle (asset) number,” she added.
Indeed, Warrant Officer Moses Maphakela, spokesperson for the Sandton police, echoed this and added that residents should also ask officers for their appointment certificates, as they should have it on their person at all times.
Maphakela cautioned residents to report suspicious vehicles masquerading as police vehicles, even if they use blue lights to stop motorists.
“If you see a suspicious vehicle trying to stop you, don’t stop but rather drive to the nearest police station, garage or security company and alert them of the situation,” he said.
Alternatively, Maphakela said residents could contact their sector police, inform them of the situation and request to be followed by a trusted officer.
