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The SAPS Vehicle Crime Investigation Unit in Nelson Mandela Bay has issued a warning to motorbike owners to take extra precautionary security measures in safeguarding their motorbikes.
Police spokesperson, Capt. Sandra Janse van Rensburg, said that police have noted with concern that this mode of transport is being targeted once again across the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro.
Investigations revealed that since Sunday, November 20, four motorbikes have been stolen. These incidents mainly took place in Fairview, Pinelands, Sunridge Park and Framesby.
“Police suspect that there is a syndicate once again operating in the area. The bikes are either loaded onto a trailer or the back of a bakkie and driven away.
“The average value of the bikes is between R55 000 and 150 0000 each. In most of the cases, entry into the property is gained by lifting the automated gates or forcing garage doors open, whereafter the bikes are pushed or driven out of the yard,” she explained.
Police are urging owners to take note of the following precautions in ensuring the safety of their assets:
•Ensure that there is adequate security on your vehicles. It is important to install a tracker on your vehicles.
•Never leave your keys on the bike even if it is parked in your garage. Also don’t leave the keys in the garage cupboard, etc. Make sure that the keys are with you at all times. There were instances where the garage doors were lifted and the motorbikes stolen.
•Sometimes desperate measures must be implemented – put a chain lock or clamp on the wheels.
•Never ignore a barking dog. If you are suspicious of anything, don’t go outside alone, rather alert the police or call your security company.
•Take note of the same kombis and open bakkies circling your neighbourhood.
•Install a sensor light outside.
•Older model vehicles should be parked near cameras, especially in shopping centres so that footage of the suspect is easily available. The theft of these bikes is a concern and anyone who can assist police with any information about suspicious activity in their neighbourhood or suspected criminals may contact D/Lt. Col. Pieter Botha on 082 302 6060. All information is confidential and callers have the right to remain anonymous.
– ISSUED BY THE OFFICE OF THE PROVINCIAL SAPS COMMISSIONER: EASTERN CAPE
