INFOGRAPH: Garsfontein police warn of motor vehicle theft
Garsfontein police station consists of four sectors and it is vital for residents to know their sector commander.
Garsfontein police have warned residents to be more cautious as motor vehicle-related crimes were on the rise.
Spokesperson Captain Ilze Jones said valuable goods should not be left lying around in vehicles.
Jones said that motor vehicle crimes ranged from theft from, theft of, to theft out of a motor vehicle. Although she could not give the statistics, she said people needed to be aware of their surroundings.
“Beware, be careful and take care of your belongings. Help us to keep you and your possessions safe,” she said.
Jones said people should report suspicious vehicles and persons to the community policing forum (CPF), nearest police station or to any security vehicle they may come across.
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“When you report a suspicious vehicle, give us a good description of the vehicle, providing vital information like the colour of the car, model, and car registration number.”
Jones said that people must get involved in making their communities safe.
“Getting involved means knowing the proper channels into lodging your complaints. Know your sector crime unit.”
She said posting photos of suspects and car registration numbers on social media was a major concern and people should refrain from this practice.
“Rather go to your local CPF or security personnel with the photo. They will know how to deal with the matter,” she said.
“Garsfontein police station consists of four sectors and it is vital for residents to know their sector commander.”
Jones said valuable goods like cellphones, handbags, wallets and laptops should not be left in the car especially where they can be seen.
“Even when you are staying in a complex, do not leave your belongings in your vehicle,” she said.
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She also warned about the theft of gate motors.
“We are working together with our CPF’s and security firms to try to prevent this from happening,” she said.
She advised residents to know their motor gates’ serial numbers so that once it has been recovered they can use it as proof of ownership.
She offered the following tips:
– Vehicles should be parked in locked garages and yards.
– Do not park vehicles on the driveway as anyone can gain access into the vehicle.
– When parking at shopping complexes be aware of your surroundings.
– Communicate with the security guards in the premises (shopping complex) when you see a suspicious vehicle.
– Report suspicious vehicles/persons in your area.
– Only take a photo of a suspicious person if it’s in a safe environment.
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– You are not allowed to post photos of car registration numbers on any social network.
– Have a relationship with your local CPF.
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