SAPS Swartkops and Metro Police will be out in force to act against drunken driving and unruly behaviour on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.
Captain Madikizele, SAPS Swartkops Head of Visible Policing said: “We were part of the operations on 25th and 26th December 2023 and will do the same on 31st December and 1st January 2024. We will provide heightened visibility on all three beaches in the Swartkops Policing Precinct.”
Captain Madikizele urged pedestrians also to be cautious when walking along the streets. He pointed out that South Africa has a high deathrate of pedestrians on the roads in South Africa. Pedestrians should stay on pavements where possible and be cautious when crossing roads.
Metro Police Commissioner, Advocate Andrew Moses, told the Echo the Metro Police were planning regular patrols on both Sunday and Monday.
This does not mean that revelers can’t have a good time. If you are in a group, appoint a dedicated driver.
Hire an Uber from your home and return after any party. Two of the Ubers will drive your car home if you have driven to the party venue.
Unathi on 062 516 6830 offers the full deal from collection to venue and back home after your event. She can also supply a driver to get you and your car home.
Lucky, of Bolt Uber, will offer a normal Uber service. He can be contacted on 063 061 5933.
Bridget will only offer drop-offs at home and second driver from the Bluewater Bay Surf Lifesaving Club between midnight on 31 December to 03h00 on New Year’s Day.
