26/08/2026
SAPS WARNS E-HAILING COMMUTERS FOLLOWING REPORTED CRIMES AGAINST FEMALE PASSENGERS
The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Rustenburg has noted with concern several reported incidents involving crimes against female commuters using e-hailing services.
The reported crimes include robbery and sexual assault. While investigations are ongoing and no arrests have been made at this stage, police are urging e-hailing commuters, particularly women travelling alone, to exercise extra caution.
Commuters are advised to:
- Share their trip details and live location with a trusted family member or friend.
- Verify the vehicle and driver details before entering the vehicle.
- Where possible, make electronic payment upfront to avoid unnecessary confrontations.
- Remain alert throughout the journey and report any suspicious behaviour to the police.
SAPS emphasises that the warning is not intended to create panic, but to encourage members of the community to take reasonable safety precautions when using e-hailing services.
Police further appeal to anyone who may have been a victim of a similar crime to come forward and report the matter at their nearest police station. Such information may assist investigators in identifying and bringing the perpetrators to justice.
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