West SAPS visit Pheli FM to discuss crime prevention
“Be extra vigilant when you withdraw money and avoid carrying a lot of cash with you as this also puts you at risk of being robbed,” continued Vuma
The Pretoria West SAPS visited local radio station, Pheli FM recently to share knowledge on crime in the area and to give residents tips to avoid becoming a victim.
The interview took place on October 13, and the Pretoria West SAPS communication officer, Constable Sibongile Vuma was in attendance to discuss the crime issues that are currently affecting the West.
“Hijacking in our area is a huge concern, we urge motorists to avoid sitting in their cars late at night alone and parking in [un]safe areas.
“We also urge the public to keep a close eye on people standing at intersections, avoid parking in isolation away from the other vehicles, and lastly observe your mirrors if you feel you are being followed for a long period. When you notice this, change direction to confirm you are not marked for a potential hijacking.”
Residents were also cautioned to be aware of their surroundings when withdrawing money from ATMs. The West police have also picked up on people being followed withdrawing money from ATM and robbed. The West SAPS urge the public to always be vigilant when using the ATM.
“Be extra vigilant when you withdraw money and avoid carrying a lot of cash with you as this also puts you at risk of being robbed,” continued Vuma.
Residents are also cautioned to be aware of the return of a trick in which fake money is scattered on the road to lure an unsuspecting victim for robbery.
The victim would pick up the money, then an accomplice would approach claiming to know the person who lost the said money.
The accomplice would then demand they be given something of value to hold on to while they wait for the “owner of the money” to arrive but then the person is robbed.
Acting station commander Lieutenant-Colonel Ramoshaba cautions the public against buying from people who claim to be workers and get the buyer a better deal – what is often referred to as backdoor sales.
“We want community members to refrain from buying half-priced goods from people inside shops claiming to have access to items they desire to purchase or claiming to be working in those stores while not in an identifiable uniform as this leads to falling victim to scammers,” said Ramoshaba.
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