In the Kempton Express - Kempton Police give tips on keeping children safe after attempted kidnappings

With the ongoing warnings, attempts, and in some cases kidnappings, parents have become anxious and panicked about their children’s safety.

Following two alleged kidnappings of two primary school girls in Kempton Park, Kim Coetzee, Kempton Park CPF Exco public relations officer, shared five tips to keep children safe:
Teach children your phone number: They should know your cellphone number and their address.
Keep friends close: If your child is going to a place they have never been to before or aren’t that well familiar with, they should take a trusted friend along.
Avoid shortcuts: Avoid walking through areas that are not visible to general traffic. Please teach this to children as well.
Teach children to use those lungs, speed and noises are key: If someone is chasing your child or forcing them into a car, teach them to scream and if the attacker doesn’t have a dangerous weapon, advise them to make a dash for it.
Keep connected: Make sure you know how to find or contact your children at all times. If they are too young to carry a cellphone, ensure you can contact their older sibling, guardian or anyone who looks after them.