# Courier Hijackings Surge in Gauteng | Johannesburg News

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Published: 2026-07-31T11:50:09+00:00
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Gauteng’s Department of Community Safety is sounding the alarm as courier vehicles surge in targeted thefts—criminals are hitting both packages and the rides themselves. Drivers are urged to stick to routes, avoid isolated spots, watch for tailing vehicles, and never reveal package contents to strangers. Companies must equip drivers with trackers, maintain constant communication, assess route risks, and train staff on hijacking response and emergency protocols. Law enforcement has responded with major busts: five suspects arrested—including one killed—in a Winchester Hills hijacking, with three stolen cars and a firearm recovered; another shootout in Reiger Park left two robbery-linked suspects dead, yielding unlicensed guns and multiple stolen vehicles. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e773d785436eab6d

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