VOICED : Ataudes antirrobo en Sudafrica

In South Africa, unconventional methods like using coffins are being employed to deter crime. Rita and her husband used a black coffin to prevent thefts at their scrapyard, significantly reducing incidents. Similarly, Rusty designed a coffin-shaped trailer to protect his motorcycles, which proved effective. The cultural respect for coffins in South Africa plays a role in their deterrent effect. With high crime rates, such innovative methods may help reduce thefts, especially among the superstitious.

What unconventional method did Rita and her husband use to prevent thefts in their scrapyard?

• A black coffin

• Guard dogs

• High-voltage electric fences

• Security cameras

How did the use of a coffin affect the number of thefts at Rita's business?

• Thefts decreased significantly

• Thefts remained the same

• Thefts increased

• Thefts were unaffected

Why did Rita prefer using a coffin over firearms for protection?

• Coffins are more effective

• Coffins rely on superstition

• Coffins are easier to maintain

• Coffins are cheaper

What did Rusty do to prevent further thefts of his motorcycles?

• Installed a GPS tracker

• Redesigned his trailer to look like a coffin

• Moved to a safer neighborhood

• Hired a security guard

What cultural belief is suggested to contribute to the effectiveness of coffins as a deterrent?

• Belief in bad luck

• Superstition surrounding coffins

• Fear of ghosts

• Respect for the dead