Beware of increased carjacking’s in and around Brixton

Brixton Police Station is experiencing a rise in the number of reported incidents of motor vehicle theft.

The station’s spokesperson Jeanette Backhoff said, “We are urging motorists once again to do their part in keeping themselves and their vehicles safe at all times. We are seeing a rise in the reported cases once again and will put strategies in place to reduce this.”

The latest crime statistics released by the South African Police Service for the period October to December 2021 showed that the Brixton policing precinct ranked 25th in the country for the most reported cases (73) of theft of motor vehicles and motorcycles.

“Only together can we bring these numbers down and keep the area safe for all those that live in and visit it.”

Brixton police shared the following tips to help keep motorists, their cars and valuables safe at all times.

• Avoid parking your motor vehicle where there are no security officers guarding cars.
• Don’t stop or park in dark areas, park where there is proper lighting.
• Don’t sit in a stationary vehicle for long periods of time.
• Don’t leave valuables visible in the vehicle, put them in the boot.
• Do not park in front of your gate, rather park parallel to give yourself a chance to drive off if a suspicious vehicle parks behind you or tries to block you.
• Be conscious of your surroundings when pulling out of your driveway or coming home late.
• Close your windows when driving in congested areas.
• Plan the route that you will use and if you are not sure about an area phone a police station for advice.
• Do not leave keys in the ignition.
• Do not open windows for hawkers at robots.
• Keep doors locked at all times.
• Try to fit an alarm and or an anti-theft device in your car.