Danger Alert: N4 spiking threats on the rise

Rustenburg – The N4 highway has once again become a target for dangerous criminal activities known as spiking. These incidents, where dangerous obstacles like rocks and spikes are deliberately placed on the road, are most prevalent between the hours of 18:00 and 04:00.

Over the past two weeks, there has been a concerning increase in spiking incidents along the N4 between Brits and Rustenburg.

The intention behind these malicious acts is to coerce drivers into stopping, leaving them vulnerable to hijackings, theft, and in more extreme cases, kidnapping or fatal attacks.

If you encounter such obstacles, do not stop. DO NOT pull over. Your life is worth more than your vehicle’s rims.

Mike Bolhuis, Specialist Investigators into Serious Violent, Serious Economic Crimes & Serious Cybercrimes, has issued a warning about the escalating trend of spiking incidents across South Africa. Criminals are increasingly using this method to immobilise vehicles, leaving drivers vulnerable to attacks.

If you encounter any objects on the Bakwena N1N4 route or need assistance, please call 0800 BAKWENA or 0800 2259362. Stay safe and alert on the roads.