The Elsburg SAPS want to warn motorists in the area to be extra cautious.
Const Dephney Phooko, communications officer for the Elsburg SAPS, provided the GCN with a list of car safety tips that can be followed:
- Plan your route in advance and let someone know where you are going.
- Be extra cautious when driving alone, especially at night.
- Avoid stopping at remote places.
- Never leave your valuables unattended in a vehicle, place everything in the boot of your car.
- When approaching your gate, make sure that there is no vehicle following you.
- When something feels or appears to be suspicious, take heed and act fast.
- Be attentive to suspicious-looking people standing around your car.
- Trim trees and bushes at the entrance to your driveway to avoid giving criminals a hiding spot.
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