A fresh warning about several high-risk intersections across Cape Town is circulating after a detailed crime-prevention post highlighted areas where smash-and-grab incidents continue to occur.
The information, shared on Facebook, outlines streets and intersections where motorists should exercise extra awareness, especially during peak hour traffic.
In the latest update, the safety advocate highlights Jakes Gerwel Drive and Jakkalsvlei Avenue as one of the main intersections where criminals target motorists.
The post explains that it remains ‘a major hotspot for opportunistic theft targeting motorists at slow-moving traffic.’
Another area mentioned is the junction at 35th Street and Bishop Lavis Drive, where ‘multiple incidents have recently been reported.’
The intersections along Stellenbosch Arterial Road, particularly at Adam Tas Road, are also included as areas where commuters should be cautious during heavy traffic.
The list further draws attention to:
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M10 & Stellenbosch Arterial Road, with repeated incidents observed nearby.
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Belhar graveyard area, flagged as a concern.
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Owen Road & 35th Street in Elsies River, described as a persistent hotspot where criminals target distracted drivers.
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M12, Jan van Riebeeck Road near Elwood HS, where individuals reportedly stand behind trees close to the roadway.
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Valhalla Drive & Jakkalsvlei Drive near the Kalksteenfontein/Bonteheuwel area, especially during slow peak-hour traffic.
The post from Shane Clark also includes practical safety guidance for everyday travel, as motorists are encouraged to keep valuables hidden, as visible items remain one of the biggest triggers for these crimes.
The update stresses the importance of remaining aware at intersections and watching for individuals loitering near traffic lights, walking between lanes, or approaching vehicles.
Other suggestions include:
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Maintaining a safe following distance
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Keeping windows closed and doors locked, especially near known hotspots
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Storing phones, laptops, and handbags in the boot or placing them out of sight
These suggestions form part of a wider effort by community groups to promote preventative behaviour without creating unnecessary alarm.
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