Police concerns over rise in Erasmia robberies
“There has been an alarming rise in house robberies within the area in the past few months.”
Erasmia police are pleading with the community to be alert even in the comfort of their own homes.
“There has been an alarming rise in house robberies within the area in the past few months,” said Erasmia police spokesperson Constable Tumisang Moloto.
In some of the cases, robberies would have been avoided if the victim had been more careful, Moloto said.
“When hiring someone to work in your home, conduct a thorough background check before employing anyone. Request their identity, address documents and make a copy for safekeeping and more importantly, ask for references,” he said.
Moloto said people should always alert police if they suspect something suspicious.
“If you suspect that your home was broken into or hear unfamiliar noises inside or outside your home, call the police immediately,” he said.
He said if a crime had been committed, the complainant should ensure that no person walks around the crime scene unnecessary to avoid contamination.
“Evidence or any other clues are not to be tampered with.”
In a case where the victim has been shot, paramedics should be called immediately.
“We call on the community and CPF to help us fight crime in Erasmia and surrounding areas,” he said.
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