South Africa: Increase in Theft Incidents Targeting Gas Cylinders and Other Items

Key Point: There has been a sharp increase in residential burglaries targeting gas cylinders and other items.

Details:

1. Fidelity ADT, a private security company, has issued a warning about the rising number of thefts targeting gas cylinders, electric gate motors, car tires, rims, and other items placed within residential premises. Gas cylinder thefts are particularly common in northern Durban, while electric gate motor thefts are prevalent in areas like Gauteng Province.

   Fidelity ADT on Gas Cylinder Theft
   Fidelity ADT on Gate Motor Theft

2. To ensure safety, please consider the following precautions: (1) Do not place gas cylinders, spare tires, or similar items in visible areas. (2) Park in relatively secure locations, and use wheel lock nuts or other devices to prevent the removal of tires if necessary.