Smash-and-grabs continue to be a problem in many areas.
The SAPS believes these crimes are preventable and that motorists can assist the SAPS by taking basic precautionary measures.
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Police offered commuters several tips under the hashtag #BootItOrLoseIt.
• Avoid parking your motor vehicle where there are no security officers guarding other cars.
• Do not leave your firearm in the motor vehicle’s glove compartment or anywhere in the vehicle when you park the vehicle, this is against the law.
• Make sure all the doors and windows are properly locked when you park your car.
• Valuable items like a laptop and camera should be put in the boot of your car.
• Be aware of people coming to you and informing you that you have a flat tyre, the intention can be to steal items they see inside the car or rob you of your car.
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• Always close your windows when driving in the city centre.
• Do not open your windows for hawkers along the road and at the robots.
• Keep the doors locked and windows closed at all times.
• Do not use a cellular phone unless you have a hands-free kit.
• Lock your valuables in the car’s boot before departure.
• At night, park in well-lit areas.
• Do not leave your goods/valuable items visible in the car.
• Do not leave your handbag/briefcase visible in the car.
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