Due to a high rise in the number of hijacking and attempted hijacking cases in their policing precinct, the Elsburg SAPS have shared several safety tips.<\/p>\n
Residents are urged to use these tips so that they do not become victims of these types of crimes.<\/p>
\u2022 Change your routine.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Do not leave or arrive home at the same time every day.<\/p>
\u2022 If possible, inform someone at home to open the gate for you while you are a few metres away.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Be vigilant, drive around your residence and check if there are any suspicious people or motor vehicles or people loitering near your home.<\/p>\n
Should you notice any suspicious vehicles or people loitering near your home, go to your nearest police station and report these suspicious activities.<\/p>\n
Residents are also encouraged to drive straight to their closest police station should they believe they are being followed or call 10111.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Do not pull straight into your driveway. Wait for the gate to open as hijackers may try block you in.<\/p>\n
Rather stay in the road until your gate opens. Then drive in. This gives you the opportunity to get away.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe urge our community members to be vigilant at all times,\u201d said Const Daphney Phooko, communications officer for the Elsburg police.<\/p>\n
\u201cFurthermore, please report crimes or suspected criminal activity to the police. Every bit of information will assist us in solving crimes and help us keep our communities crime free.\u201d<\/p>\n
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