Safety and security tips
New - Be Aware of Online Puppy Scams
SA Police has seen a recent increase in fraudulent advertisements for puppies online. Scammers’ tactics are extremely sophisticated which often leaves even the most vigilant people out of pocket.
Attention online sellers
There have been reports of robberies after victims have listed items for sale on popular buying/selling websites and social media. Items commonly targeted are Apple products, jewellery, designer shoes/clothes, and vehicles.
If you are selling items online then please follow this safety advice:
- Always meet in a public space that you are familiar with, ideally in an area with CCTV cameras, during daylight hours.
- Gather details about the potential buyer before meeting -- their name, phone number and email address.
- Tell at least one person where you are going and who you are with, consider bringing someone else along.
- Ask for identification from the buyer e.g. a driver’s licence, if they request a ‘test drive’.
- Take note of the person’s appearance and their vehicle and registration number.
- Be conscious that fake internet banking records can be created. Do not hand over items until you see the funds arrive in your account.
- If the buyer wishes to pay with cash, confirm they have money to pay. Sometimes the offenders are hoping to grab the items quickly and run- reducing their exposure and minimising the chance of being identified.
Bushfire prevention
Make sure you know what to do to keep your family and friends safe during the 2021/22 Fire Danger Season.
Follow the relevant rules and regulations to ensure you’re not caught out. Click the Bushfire prevention drop down below to access SA Police resources and learn more.
Bushfire prevention fact sheets
Equipment and vehicle maintenance
Why Risk It? posters
Bushfire safety travel companion
These are some less obvious tips police recommend you consider to keep your home safe and secure.
You don't have to go to the extremes of wrapping up your home to make it secure, simply locking doors and windows is a great place to start.
Aggressive clients and customers
Armed robbery prevention booklet (contact your local police station for the full Armed robbery prevention toolkit)
Beware of tap and go fraud
Business Security sign - No Cash
Business Security sign - No Cash No Alcohol
Business Security sign - No Cash No Drugs
Business Security sign - No Cash No Valuables
Closed circuit television: A guide for business (booklet)
Crime prevention through environmental design
Crime prevention though environmental design strategies
Bicycle security fact sheet
Bicycle security flyer: Don't lose it - Lock it
Bike passport: a guide to keeping your bike safe
Christmas Security
Daily steals - help find your stolen property
Home assist - Is your home secure?
Home assist program in English
Home assist program in Italian
Home assist program in Vietnamese
Motorcycle and scooter theft prevention
Property marking
Property marking for tradies
Vehicle security - Hands Off
Vehicle security - number plate theft prevention
Vehicle security - making secure choices
Identity theft: When bad things happen to your good name
Protect yourself. Know the scam
Scams
Shopping online
For more information about scams and cybercrime please go to the Scams and Cybercrime page.
Visit the Office of the eSafety Commissioner, a one-stop-shop providing:
- information and resources on how to stay safe online
- a complaints process to assist children who experience cyberbullying
- online reporting of offensive or illegal online content.
Visit Think you know for cyber safety resources and information including:
- factsheets and guides for parents and youth on cyber safety issues and apps
- information on the ThinkUKnow program and on parent, carer, teacher and youth presentations delivered by SA Police members and partners of the ThinkUKnow program.
To book a youth presentation contact your local police station and ask for the Crime Prevention Section. To book an adult presentation book online via the ThinkUKnow website.
For more information about internet safety and security please go to the Scams and Cybercrime page.
Alcohol fuelled violence - A great night out is a safe night out - Fact sheet
Alcohol fuelled violence - A great night out is a safe night out - Poster 1
Alcohol fuelled violence - A great night out is a safe night out - Poster 2
Binge drinking and drink spiking
Antisocial behaviour – Wasted! So is your life!
Cyber safety – Surfing? Avoid the online sharks!
Graffiti – Art? Hang it on your own wall
School vandalism – School break? From it not to it
Sexting – Think before you send
Shop theft – Want a label? Don't get one as a thief!
Rock throwing- must have rocks in your head
Social Inclusion-Together we are better
You can download SAPOL’s app to access some of the youth safety posters on your mobile device.
Play the Triple Zero kids challenge online
Order a free CD of the Triple Zero kids challenge with extras from the Band of South Australia Police
Fact sheet
Halloween safety tips fact sheet
Trick sheet
Halloween trick sheet for kids
Posters
Trick-or-treaters welcome sign
Kids activities
Trick-or-treaters welcome sign colour in
Crime prevention presentations
South Australia Police offers crime prevention and safety presentations on:
- personal safety
- home security
- safety online
- business security
- armed robbery prevention.
Contact the Crime Prevention Section at your local police station to find out more or to book a free presentation.