The residents, whose names cannot be published for safety reasons, said TVs, Playstations and cellphones were stolen.
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Midrand police spokesperson Constable Matome Tlamela confirmed that both cases were reported to police.
“In the incident that took place on 19 May, the suspects were armed with a firearm which they pointed at the complainant and stole a jewellery box, clothes, a Sony DVD player, a Playstation, couch, gas stove, laptop, bags and a wallet with an undisclosed amount of cash.”
In the second case, suspects broke into a house on 9 May and stole two TVs including a Samsung and LG 50cm flat screen both valued at R17 000.
Tlamela added, “Country View is one of the identified hotspots in terms of housebreakings and the police are warning residents to use the following safety tips to reduce the break-ins.”
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Tips to prevent house robberies and break-ins:
- Do not allow a stranger into your home even if he or she is delivering something or providing a service. Ask for an identity document or phone his or her office to check their identity
- Invest in the best locks and security you can afford
- Never tell anyone that you are alone at home and make sure the children know not do so as well
- Know your neighbours and together plan ahead for how you will respond in a crisis
- Know your local police station and discuss safety matters with the police
- Become involved with local crime prevention efforts of the community police forum or police.
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