{"id":87981,"date":"2019-01-01T08:00:32","date_gmt":"2019-01-01T06:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mobserver.co.za\/?p=87981"},"modified":"2018-12-19T09:00:08","modified_gmt":"2018-12-19T07:00:08","slug":"saps-staying-safe-holiday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/develop.citizen.co.za\/middelburg-observer\/news-headlines\/2019\/01\/01\/saps-staying-safe-holiday\/","title":{"rendered":"SAPS on staying safe this holiday"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>When travelling<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Before you leave , ensure that you vehicle is in the sound working condition and that the spare wheel is inflated.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Do not use your cellular phone while driving as it distracts your attention.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Plan your route carefully before leaving, ensuring that you leave enough time for rest at a safe area.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Never display valuables in your car, lock it in the boot.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Never pick up strangers or take a lift from a stranger as you might expose yourself to becoming the victim of crime.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 If you leave for an isolated place, leave your details with a trustworthy person who can call for help if you do not return at a designated time.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Park your vehicle where it is safe and where there is sufficient light.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-80617\" src=\"https:\/\/mobserver.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/92\/2018\/04\/safety-3-520x370.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"520\" height=\"370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dwu32cgxelq1c.cloudfront.net\/local_newspapers\/sites\/92\/2018\/04\/safety-3-520x370.jpg 520w, https:\/\/dwu32cgxelq1c.cloudfront.net\/local_newspapers\/sites\/92\/2018\/04\/safety-3-111x80.jpg 111w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 520px) 100vw, 520px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>At hotels, guest houses and other accommodation<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Never leave your luggage unattended unless it is locked away in your room.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Store your valuables(especially firearms) in a safe or safety deposit box and keep your room locked at all times<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 If someone knocks, check who it is before opening the door. Do not allow strangers into your room.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Hand your keys in at the reception whenever you leave your room.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/hashtag\/sapsLIM?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#sapsLIM<\/a> Provincial Communication Officials reach out to communities through radio, Thobela FM &amp; Energy FM sensitizing community about <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/hashtag\/CrimePrevention?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#CrimePrevention<\/a> this <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/hashtag\/FestiveSeason?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#FestiveSeason<\/a> &amp; beyond. Safety tips shared &amp; listeners called in to raise crime concerns <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/hashtag\/CrimeTalk?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#CrimeTalk<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/hashtag\/SaferFestiveSeason?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SaferFestiveSeason<\/a> ME <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/k8K9MZqKMd\">pic.twitter.com\/k8K9MZqKMd<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; SA Police Service \ud83c\uddff\ud83c\udde6 (@SAPoliceService) <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/SAPoliceService\/status\/1075281976075190272?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">December 19, 2018<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.x.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Safety in the street<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Never display expensive jewellery, cameras, mobile phones or other valuables<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Do not carry large amounts of money with you.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Do not leave your handbag unattended, always carry your wallet in an inside pocket.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Steer clear of dark and isolated areas at night.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 If you want to make use of taxi, your hotel or nearest tourism information office can recommend a reliable service.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Never participate in games of chance in the streets. This often leads to robbery. Ignore the players and leave the area immediately.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Report lost or stolen belongings to the police immediately.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Before you explore the area, obtain information from your hotel or holiday resort of the areas that are unsafe to visit.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Never allow your children to be distracted or to wonder off from parents.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 If you carry a firearm, it must be carried in the holster or similar holder and it must be completely covered. You must have full control over your firearm at all times.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_80130\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-80130\" style=\"width: 520px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-80130\" src=\"https:\/\/mobserver.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/92\/2018\/04\/vehicle-hijacking-Medium-520x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"520\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dwu32cgxelq1c.cloudfront.net\/local_newspapers\/sites\/92\/2018\/04\/vehicle-hijacking-Medium-520x400.jpg 520w, https:\/\/dwu32cgxelq1c.cloudfront.net\/local_newspapers\/sites\/92\/2018\/04\/vehicle-hijacking-Medium-300x231.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 520px) 100vw, 520px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-80130\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Internet image: Roodepoort Reckord -Thief stealing automobile car at daylight street in city<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>When going out on holidays<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Inform the nearest police station if you are going to leave for more than a week for the patrol to be conducted around your area during your absence.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Also inform a reliable neighbour of your absence . The neighbour may immediately contact you if there is suspicious movement in your house.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Avoid posting on social media if you have gone on holidays. Criminals are alerted on social media of your absence and movements therefore the chances of breaking into your houses increases.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Before you leave for holidays, ensure the doors and windows are locked.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Other News:<\/h3>\n<p><strong><a class=\"anchor_post\" href=\"https:\/\/mobserver.co.za\/86645\/hawks-members-sent-jail-fraud\/?repeat=w3tc\" target=\"_blank\">Hawks members sent to jail for fraud<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a class=\"anchor_post\" href=\"https:\/\/mobserver.co.za\/86626\/watch-place-refuge-vibrant-village-now-ghost-town\/?repeat=w3tc\" target=\"_blank\">WATCH: The Place of Refuge \u2013 Once a vibrant village, now a ghost town<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a class=\"anchor_post\" href=\"https:\/\/mobserver.co.za\/86570\/watch-robbery-caught-video-police-looking-suspects\/?repeat=w3tc\" target=\"_blank\">WATCH: Robbery caught on video, police looking for suspects<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a class=\"anchor_post\" href=\"https:\/\/mobserver.co.za\/86481\/three-counts-poaching-one-week-toll-keeps-rising\/\" target=\"_blank\">Three counts of poaching in one week \u2013 and the toll keeps rising<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>Want breaking news on the go?<\/h3>\n<p>\u2022 Save our standby number (072 248 3855) and send us a WhatsApp message with the words \u201cAdd me\u201d to be added to our broadcast list.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Like us on\u00a0<a class=\"anchor_post\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/MiddelburgObserver\/\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook<\/a>, follow us on\u00a0<a class=\"anchor_post\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/MOBSERV\" target=\"_blank\">Twitter<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a class=\"anchor_post\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/mobserver\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Subscribe to our\u00a0<a class=\"anchor_post\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCs1fP1J8BpepNwIfk2qeVkQ\" target=\"_blank\">YouTube channel<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022\u00a0<a class=\"anchor_post\" href=\"http:\/\/mobserver.co.za\/newsletter-signup\/\" target=\"_blank\">Click on the link<\/a>\u00a0to subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter via email.<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>Have a news tip?<\/h3>\n<p>Contact our news room on our 24 hr standby number\u00a0072 248 3855, or send a mail to our editor\u00a0<a class=\"anchor_post\" href=\"mailto:tobie@mobserver.co.za\" target=\"_blank\">tobie@mobserver.co.za<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The safety of our citizens remains a priority for the South African Police Service. 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