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Smash and Grab crimes are unfortunately a fact of life in South Africa society today. This criminal act is usually typified by criminals smashing through a vehicle window whilst the car is stationary at traffic lights or stuck in slow moving traffic; and grabbing valuable items.

A [http://www.sff.co.za/automotive-window-film/smash-and-grab/ smash and grab] event plays on the element of speed and surprise. The violent smashing of the window on the passenger side makes the driver freeze in shock allowing the criminal just enough time to get hold of the valuables and run from the scene.

The thieves are usually target valuables which they can easily identify from outside the motor vehicle. The most popular items being:

• Cell phones, MP3 players and ipads
• Handbags and wallets
• Laptop bags, briefcases and backpacks

The victims most often targeted are single drivers, with items of value displayed in the passenger seat. Criminals tend to concentrate on women drivers as they are less likely to chase after them. Drivers who are busy on a cell phone or talking to children in the back are also soft targets.

The thieves will target areas where they know traffic is congested and where vehicles will remain stationary for a while. Often these criminals will work in pairs where one will pose as a vendor or beggar, diverting the attention of the driver while the other partner will make the smash and grab from the passenger side.

Be aware of objects being placed in the road. Often drivers will make the mistake of leaving their vehicles to remove these items allowing the criminals easy access to their vehicle.
Cell phones allow criminals to identify victims from a bridge or position of height and to advise their partners of what vehicles to target.

One way of protecting yourself and your family is to install smash and grab window film in your motor vehicle. Smash and grab window film prevents a direct view into a motor vehicle.