House robberies accumulating by the day

Several other complaints arose from neighbours who were also robbed of their valuables.

June 10, 2021

Sinethemba Mahlangu 1 minute read

Phindile Mpapane has fallen victim to yet another house robbery in eMalahleni.

The young women lost her valuables after men walked in with firearms. Mpapane added that there was another robbery not long before at her neighbour’s house. It is alleged that the men took cell phones, clothes, shoes and money in the early hours of Saturday, May 29.

Several other complaints arose from neighbours who were also robbed of their valuables.

Media spokesperson from Witbank Police Station, Captain Eddie Hall, gave practical tips to avoid becoming a victim of a home robbery:

Install an electric fence on the perimeter of your property, and an alarm system with sensors to warn you.
Draw the curtains at night to avoid perpetrators monitoring your movement.
Use access gates that don’t require you to get out of your car to open them, as this makes you an easy target for criminals. Also, be sure to look out for any suspicious vehicles or individuals when entering your property.
When possible, mix up your daily routine to make it less predictable for criminals to know when you’ll be home.
Don’t tempt criminals by leaving things like lawnmowers and vehicles outside for extended periods.
Cut away tree branches and remove objects like garden tools that could be used as leverage for getting into the house.
Notify your security company when you won’t be at home for extended periods.

“Taking the necessary action to prevent becoming a victim of a hijacking or home robbery is critical, but so is having the right cover should the worst happen. Make sure that your vehicle and home contents are properly insured for that much needed additional peace of mind,” added Captain Hall.

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