Crime

Cops spread vehicle hijacking awareness in Magalies

Pamphlets aplenty were distributed to motorists and members of the public during a mass vehicle hijacking awareness campaign led by police in Magaliesburg.

August 30, 2022
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This driver clearly appreciates the police's efforts to curb vehicle hijackings. Photo submitted.

At least 110 pamphlets were distributed to motorists and members of the public during a mass vehicle hijacking awareness campaign led by police at the R509 Koster Road and Carletonville Road junction in Magaliesburg last Friday, August 26.

Also read: 19 tips to protect yourself against hijackings

The Magaliesburg Police Crime-prevention Unit, communications officer and Magaliesburg Police station commander Lieutenant Colonel Mawewe Vuma were part of the campaign.

A police member alerting a driver about crime on the road and how they can be safe. Photo submitted.

The main objective of what Sergeant Kgomotso Mogwere, the Magaliesburg police spokesperson referred to as ‘an engagement programme’ “… was to enhance proactive policing by addressing members of the public about crime on the road. It was also to alert them on how they can be safe on the roads.”

Click here for more about the West Rand’s hijacking hotspots, some of the thugs’ modus operandi, and tips on how to avoid being hijacked.

Law-enforcement members alerting the public about crime on the road and how they can be safe. Photo submitted.

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August 30, 2022
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Clinton Botha

For more than 4 and a half years, Clinton Botha was a journalist at Roodepoort Record. His articles were regularly published in the Northside Chronicle now known as the Roodepoort Northsider. Clinton is also the editor of Randfontein Herald since July 2020. As a sports fanatic he wormed his way into various "beats - as the media would know it - and admits openly that his big love always have something to do with a scoreboard, crowds and usually a ball that hops.
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