Don’t be a crime victim

•  In dark and deserted places at night.

•  If you appear uncertain, for example if you do not know where you are going, if you do not lock your car doors and close your windows.

•  If you talk to strangers.

•  If you stop for stranded vehicles or people or if your vehicle is faulty and you have to stop for help.

Midrand police offered the following tips to prevent being vulnerable:

•  Be aware of your surroundings.

•  Be alert at traffic lights and stop streets.

•  Walk close to the curb and face the on-coming traffic.

•  Try and keep to well-lit areas or where there are people.

•  Do not hitch-hike.

•  Do not pick up hitch-hikers.

•  Keep a whistle with you and blow it if you need help.