Tsakani – As hijacking incidents proceed to rise throughout Kwatsaduza, CPF chairperson Mncedisi Somyo is urging residents to prioritise car security and stay vigilant on the roads. He shared a number of sensible ideas to assist the neighborhood shield themselves and their automobiles.
“Keep alert when arriving at your residential gate or driveway. Keep away from sitting or ready in your automobile, as this attracts consideration from criminals.
Within the occasion of a hijacking, attempt to stay calm, maintain your palms seen, observe directions, and keep away from eye contact. Nonetheless, attempt to keep in mind as many particulars as doable concerning the suspect or suspects,” mentioned Somyo.
Security ideas for motorists
Earlier than driving:
• Test your environment earlier than entering into your automobile, particularly at night time or in quiet areas.
• Keep away from parking subsequent to massive vans, bushes, or something that blocks visibility.
• Have your keys prepared – keep away from fumbling on the door.
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Whereas driving:
• Preserve doorways locked and home windows up, significantly in site visitors or at intersections.
• Keep away from utilizing your cellphone whereas driving or idling at site visitors lights.
• Be alert at site visitors lights, cease streets, and driveways.
• Preserve a secure following distance to permit room for a fast escape if wanted.
• Keep away from driving by high-crime areas or travelling late at night time except needed.
When parking:
• Select well-lit, safe areas. Keep away from remoted or darkish areas.
• Don’t depart valuables seen. Retailer them within the boot.
• Activate your alarm, steering lock, or gear lock.
• When parking at dwelling, wait on your gate to totally shut earlier than exiting the car.
• Set up a monitoring system or restoration system.
• Be part of a CPF or neighborhood watch group centered on car security.
• Report suspicious exercise or tried automobile theft in native WhatsApp teams.
• Set up a dashcam if doable – footage can help in investigations.
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