The South African Police Service (SAPS) remains committed to ensuring the safety of shoppers at malls and shopping centres. As such, members of the public are urged to remain vigilant and to take the following safety precautions into consideration:
-Avoid seeking assistance from strangers at ATMs. Use ATMs located in well-lit and busy areas, and always remain aware of your surroundings.
-Do not display cash publicly and avoid carrying large sums of money.
-Keep personal belongings such as handbags and wallets secure at all times.
-Stay in well-lit and populated areas, particularly when alone. Avoid isolated or secluded spots.
-Remain alert and limit distractions, such as using a cellphone while walking.
-Never leave bags or valuables unattended in shopping carts, on chairs, or in public spaces.
-If you feel unsafe, do not hesitate to seek help from mall security or store personnel.
-Report any suspicious behaviour immediately to mall security or the SAPS. You can also contact SAPS via the Crime Stop hotline on 08600 10111 or use the MySAPS App.
All reports will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.
-Avoid seeking assistance from strangers at ATMs. Use ATMs located in well-lit and busy areas, and always remain aware of your surroundings.
-Do not display cash publicly and avoid carrying large sums of money.
-Keep personal belongings such as handbags and wallets secure at all times.
-Stay in well-lit and populated areas, particularly when alone. Avoid isolated or secluded spots.
-Remain alert and limit distractions, such as using a cellphone while walking.
-Never leave bags or valuables unattended in shopping carts, on chairs, or in public spaces.
-If you feel unsafe, do not hesitate to seek help from mall security or store personnel.
-Report any suspicious behaviour immediately to mall security or the SAPS. You can also contact SAPS via the Crime Stop hotline on 08600 10111 or use the MySAPS App.
All reports will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.