Gauteng Courier Hijackings Spike: Safety Measures Urged
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Courier companies in Gauteng are warned about an increase in hijackings, with criminals targeting deliveries. The Gauteng Department of Community Safety advises operators to remain alert, especially in high-risk areas, and to avoid displaying valuable items. Safety precautions include installing tracking devices, maintaining communication with drivers, conducting risk assessments, and providing hijacking response training. Recent operations resulted in arrests and recovery of stolen vehicles and firearms.
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