South Africa: US diplomatic mission issues crime warning April 15 for parts of the N4 east and west of Tshwane

Event

The US diplomatic mission in South Africa issued a warning April 15, stating that criminals are using homemade devices to disable vehicle tires on parts of the N4 roadway, specifically on the N4 east between the Solomon Mahlangu on-ramp and the Diamond Hill Toll Plaza and along the N4 west toward Rustenburg from the N1 interchange. Criminals reportedly use the devices to force vehicles to stop before robbing the vehicle occupants.

Advice

Consider avoiding travel at night on the impacted routes. Maintain a heightened level of vigilance when operating on the routes. If impacted by tire damage continue driving to a police station or public area and do not stop on the roadway.