News

Another two spiking incidents in Pretoria

Despite recent police operations, the number of spiking incidents on the highways in and around Pretoria is still increasing.

Two more spiking incidents have been reported on Thursday morning.

According to information from ICE Community Network Group, a motorist was driving on the R21 just before the N1 interchange at around 05:45 when he drove over spikes on the road. 

“We are glad he managed to get home safely to his family,” ICE Community Network Group said. 

It is believed the motorist kept on driving and arrived home safely. 

Meanwhile, another family was driving on the R573 near Diamond Hill on Thursday morning. 

“We drove over something and the front tyre is damaged. IT. We drove like this to work. We are safe at work.” 

Criminals continue to target motorists with spikes and rocks on highways in and around Pretoria despite police operations. 

Meanwhile, victims have reported an alarming new modus operandi targeting spiking incidents on roads in and around Pretoria. 

It is believed that armed robbers throw spikes out of their car windows 

Spiking hotspots in and around Pretoria:

 

  • The R21, between OR Tambo International Airport;
  • N4 towards Pretoria, Donkerhoek area
  • The R562, Olifantsfontein, N3, Leondale and Barry Marais
  • N17 between Rondebult and Heidelberg Road

Motorists are advised not to stop when they suspect they have become a spiking victim, especially at night, instead should drive on slowly to the nearest garage or police station.

ALSO READ: Police investigate, hijacking and ATM bombing in Knopjeslaagte

Previously, these areas and roads were targeted:

 The N4 to Rustenburg between R80 Mabopane Freeway and Brits Plaza tollgate

*Please note the article has been amended.

Do you have more information about the story?

Please send us an email to bennittb@rekord.co.za or phone us on 083 625 4114.

For free breaking and community news, visit Rekord’s websites: Rekord East

For more news and interesting articles, like Rekord on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram

At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!

Support local journalism

Add The Citizen as a preferred source to see more from Rekord in Google News and Top Stories.

Corné van Zyl

Corné van Zyl is a seasoned journalist and currently a senior reporter at Rekord, with a wealth of experience across various media platforms. She began her career after studying journalism at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) and first honed her skills at Media24. Corné’s career took her to Beeld, Sondag newspaper, and the South African Press Association (SAPA), where she built a strong foundation in news reporting. In her free time, Corné enjoys spending time with her family outdoors, embracing life and creating lasting memories with her loved ones.
Back to top button