Saps warns against dealing in stolen goods

Property crimes such as theft, housebreaking, shoplifting, handbag or cellphone snatching and theft out of motor vehicles lead to unnecessary suffering and financial loss.

Saps has advised that purchasing goods obtained in this illegal manner motivates criminals to repeat their actions.

The public are therefore urged to close the market for stolen goods.

It is a crime and punishable by law, so too is receiving stolen goods.

Reject and report any goods you suspect could have been stolen to the police.

It is advisable that property is carefully and permanently marked in an inconspicuous place only the owner is aware of.

This helps to identify stolen property when it is recovered by police.

Another tip is to take photos of jewellery and other valuable or rare objects you may possess for easy identification.

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