Cars damaged after rocks thrown from bridge
Motorists have even more things to worry about apart from the spikes on the road.
Various posts, videos, and pictures have been shared on social media warning motorists about hijackers placing spikes on the road at various spots in Pretoria.
Two police officers were shot while patrolling one of the areas, it seems things are getting worse. Motorists have been warned to be on the lookout for these spikes and given tips for safety should they become victims of these crimes.
READ: Metro police warn of spikes used to target motorists on N4
A recent video shows various cars gathered at a filling station after they fell victim to yet another horrifying hijacking tactic. According to the video, stones were thrown from a bridge onto the moving cars and the victims managed to drive to safety to assess their damaged cars.
The audio in the video says that the incidents took place on the N4 in Pretoria between Bronkhorspruit and Emalahleni.
Please be careful N4 Pretoria North East they are throwing stones at moving cars.#WooliesSMEG / thembinkosi lorch
— Car Tracker SA (@CarTrackerSA) June 2, 2021
SAPS / Cyril ramaphosa / only R20#Loadshedding / Sifiso ncwane pic.twitter.com/rUOb8j1P9o
Pictures showing the extent of the damage to the vehicles have also been shared.
Image Credit: Twitter Screenshot @CarTrackerSA