House robberies a common crime that is committed by unknown criminals

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House robberies have become a common crime that happen not just in Eldorado Park but across the country despite the safety measure a home owner and family undertake to secure their homes.

 

Eldorado Park SAPS  would like to share with the community safety tips. This is due to the increase in the number of house robberies that have been reported at the police station recently. Community members especially within the Freedom Park precinct,  in the areas of Siyaya, Zimbabwe, St Martin and Thandanani to exercise caution when securing their homes.

 

This comes after it is alleged that four males broke into homes of victims, pointing them with firearms and threatens to shoot if any attempt to alert anyone is made.

 

“Police have also discovered during the investigation of these cases, that the items mainly targeted by these offenders are usually television sets, laptops, cellphones and cash. It is also suspected that a vehicle is used in the commission of these hideous crimes,” said Constable Roxanne Gibb, spokesperson of Eldorado Park SAPS.

 

She further explained that another matter for concern is the fact that the reason behind these house robberies being committed, is due to a high demand for these items.

 

Eldorado Park SAPS therefore reminds the community members, that if anyone is found to be in possession of stolen/robbed property, or has intentions of buying stolen goods, to refrain from these acts. Anyone found to be in possession of these items is regarded as being part and guilty of committing the offence, which has serious consequences and may result in prosecution.,

 

Here are some safety tips to avoid falling victim from the Eldorado Park SAPS:

 

·          Never leave keys in locks or at the door.

·          Ensure that curtains are properly closed after dark.

·          Ensure that doors and windows are properly equipped/fitted with burglar guard gates, or crossbars, and where possible use padlocks. It should be locked at all times.

·          As soon as you hear or notice suspicious behaviour, movement or persons, contact the SAPS immediately. However, ensure that you do as such without being exposed.

·          Do not look at the robbers directly, do so without being noticed. If you do recognise any of them, don't make it known. Try to instead memorise any features that may assist in identification and investigation.

·          Never try to fight or negotiate with the offenders. 

 

Eldorado Park SAPS also appeals to anyone with any information relating to the identities of the offenders or getaway vehicle used, to urgently contact Eldorado Park SAPS on 011-9460300 or alternatively our SAPS Crime Stop Hotline on 08600-10111 or use the MySAPS App.