Police give valuable safety tips
The public is once again reminded regarding their personal safety.
At home
With the winter season creeping up on us, criminals often taken advantage of the darkness and the need to stay indoors.
Ensure that garages and sheds are properly secured, and that bicycles and such are not left out in the driveway or on the veranda.
Make sure premises are properly lit and that large shrubs and bushes are cut back to improve visibility.
Persons living alone and especially the elderly must take extra care.
Keep doors locked at all times, even during the day.
Do not allow anyone unknown to you into your home or property.
Keep a small dog indoors if possible to alert you.
Businesses
Do not keep large amounts of cash on the business premises and be on the lookout for suspicious customers.
Business owners must not allow entry to anyone after the business has closed and avoid opening the store late at night.
When in public
Make sure your vehicle is locked by checking the door and do not leave valuables and any items lying in the car. Lock them in the boot.
Try to avoid leaving your vehicle parked for long periods and if you must, check on it from time to time.
Do not carry large sums of money and do not accept help from anyone at an ATM.
Keep a list of emergency numbers close by.
If you have an alarm system, make sure it is serviced regularly and in good working order.
Telephone numbers to call in Port Shepstone are the Saps Port Shepstone Community Service Centre at 039 6881002/3 or the control room at 039 6829204/9211 or Saps 10111.
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