There has been a drop in smash-and-grab crimes in central Pretoria the past 10 months, police spokesperson Captain Augustinah Selepe said on Wednesday.
She said the Pretoria central police station had taken several steps to fight this kind of crime as well as theft out of motor vehicles.
“These included frequent police patrols and intelligence-driven disruptive crime prevention operations at smash-and-grab hotspots.”
Selepe urged residents to report these crimes to the police.
“Together with members of the public, we can reduce smash-and-grab incidents and theft out of motor vehicles around the city.”
She advised motorists to take extra precautions when driving around town, especially at hotspots.
Selepe offered some tips:
· Always make sure that your doors are locked and windows are closed.
· Never leave any valuables exposed inside your car.
· Beware of street hawkers and pamphlet distributors.
· Cellphones, laptops and other gadgets should be out of sight.
· Truck drivers should ensure that everything is at the back of the truck.
· Be vigilant at all times.
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