N4 patrolled

Rustenburg/ Brits – The North West SAPS have increased their activities along the N4 in the wake of several reported cases in which unsuspecting motorists have fallen victim to criminals near Rustenburg and Brits.  

In some of the cases, criminals have placed sharp, metallic spikes and other dangerous objects on the surface of road to cause damage to passing vehicles. After stopping to inspect the damage, the unsuspecting drivers are then ambushed and robbed of their valuables.     

In an incident which occurred on Sunday 23 May at around 20h00, a 43-year-old victim was driving along the N4 near Mooinooi when a suspect threw a rock at his car, which damaged his front tyre. When he stopped, he was threatened with a firearm and robbed of his cellular phone. 

Said police spokesperson colonel Adéle Myburgh: “With recent media focus on ‘a spike in N4 crime’, the general public are more aware of the dangers. However, this is not the case in the North West. Nevertheless, even one case reported, is one too many.” 

“SAPS are working hard to prevent crime along the N4. The Highway Patrol Unit is on high alert on all major highways, including the N4,” colonel Myburgh added.