Moot police set for festive season to combat crime
"We strive and commit to establish and maintain a safe and secure environment for the community."
As everyone are preparing to celebrate the festive time with family and friends, station commander Colonel Giben Hlengeni Mashaba and his personnel would like to thank the community for honouring the members of the Pretoria Moot police.
“We strive and commit to establish and maintain a safe and secure environment for the community.
“Be safe and vigilant at all times and be assured that the management and officers are at all times on high alert in the fight against crime,” he said.
He added that it is common knowledge that most crimes are committed in the presence of members of the public.
“For this reason we want to sensitise those visiting shopping complexes, families or friends to be more vigilant during this time of the year,” Mashaba said.
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Moot police added the following safety tips that can help and insure that residents won’t become part of the festive crime statistics:
At home
– When leaving your home make sure that all windows and doors are closed and locked.
– Make sure that any object that might and can be used to gain entrance to your home are locked away.
– Always put valuables, such as laptops, cellphones, jewellery, etc. away or in a place that is not obvious.
Shopping
– When drawing money at the ATM only accept help from bank or complex security.
– Keep your handbag and wallet in sight, don’t place it on a trolley or leave it unattended.
– Avoid carrying a large amount of money.
– Always be wary of your surroundings.
– Avoid people crowding around you.
Theft of, out and from motor vehicle
– When parking your vehicle make sure your vehicle is locked and the alarm is activated.
– Avoid parking your vehicle in the street.
– Always remove all lose items or any item that may attract the attention of criminals.
– Always be wary of suspicious people or vehicles in your surroundings.
– Make use of visible parking areas, and places marked as parking spots.
“Assist the Pretoria Moot police in making this festive season a safe and enjoyable time for everyone by reporting suspicious persons or vehicles by phoning the toll-free number on 0860 10111,” spokesperson of Moot police, Captain Anton Breedt said.
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