Mamelodi East has seen an increase in hijackings, police said this week.
Spokesperson Warrant Officer Michael Mbewe urged motorists to take extra precaution to be safe, especially at night.
He said police had identified the hijacking hotspot as the corner of Hinterland Street and Solomon Mahlangu Drive, next to the Mahube mall and at Extension 17.
Mbewe gave a few tips for motorists to avoid becoming victims of a hijacking:
– Avoid giving lifts to strangers and when driving alone at night and beware of suspicious people loitering next to stops signs or traffic lights.
– Phone someone at home and ask them to wait for you outside when arriving home at night to prevent being ambushed as you wait for the gate to open.
– If you are hijacked, be alert and make a mental note of your assailant’s appearance, scars, voice and physical build, all information that would help the police compile an identikit.
– If possible install anti hijacking devices, avoid road rage and most importantly don’t drink and drive.
He encouraged motorists to report any suspicious people to the police by calling 08600-10-111.
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