Police tips as burglaries hit Moot
In some instances, residents have some safety measurements in place, but is not enough to stop burglars, police said.
Villieria police urged residents to be more vigilant at home after several burglaries were reported within the Moot area recently.
Police spokesperson Captain Coba Brits advised the community to look out for each other and work together.
“Last week a burglary was reported to our station where several items were stolen out of a Wendy house at the back of the yard. In another incident, the electric fence of a security complex was damaged,” she said.
Although residents had home safety measurements in place in both incidents, it was not enough, Brits added.
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Villieria police have advised residents to consider the following tips:
– Know your neighbour.
– Be observant of your surroundings at all times.
– Have details of the person you employ; for example, have a copy of their ID and if you want to make sure of track record, let them apply for a clearance certificate.
– Register at a reliable and well-known security company.
– Implement an alarm system that can also be linked to panic buttons.
– Make sure your electric fencing is in good working conditions at all times.
– Cameras and spotlights can be placed at strategic spots, especially at entrance and exit points.
– Put measurements in place so that gates cannot be lifted off rails. Ensure the electric gate motor is secure and not reachable through the gate. The gate motor must be fixed with additional safety measurements to prevent it from being stolen.
The following tips are provided to prevent property crimes:
– Do not leave valuables in vehicles unattended.
– Make sure your vehicle is locked properly by physically checking the door handle.
– Try and park your vehicle inside your yard.
– Park your vehicle in a parking area near other vehicles.
– Park your vehicle where cameras or other security measures are in place.
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