Tips for trio crime prevention with festive season looming
During a recent operation, the West Rand police handed out pamphlets with tips on how to be safer during the festive season.
With the start of the festive season in mind the West Rand Police recently distributed safety tips to prevent trio crimes, namely hijackings, house robberies and business robberies.
Hijackings:
* Avoid travelling alone in a vehicle at night.
* Do not stop near hijacking hot spots or in a secluded area.
* Always be alert when driving. If you suspect that you are being followed, drive to the nearest police station or call the police 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 close to your car.
House robberies:
* Always be on the lookout for suspicious persons and vehicles.
* Enhance security through fitting access doors with security gates and install burglar bars on windows.
* Request neighbours to keep an eye on your house when you go away for an extended period.
* Do not open gates and doors for strangers.
* First verify the details of those you consider employing and check the authenticity of a contractor before you allow access to the
premises.
Business robberies:
* Do not keep large amounts of money on the business premises.
* Be on the lookout for suspicious customers.
* Do not keep the business open till late.
* Avoid being alone, especially at night.
* Business owners must not open for anyone after the business has closed.
