UFS tells of safety measures after student dragged by robbers’ car

While the robbery was distressing for the student involved, UFS said, it had been concerned for some time about the safety of students living off-campus and over the years had tried to address the issue. “The UFS has instigated off-campus safety measures during the past few years,” said Loader.These measures include continuous safety awareness campaigns in collaboration with SAPS, the Community Policing Forum (CPF) and private security companies. Additionally, UFS student organisations, such as the community safety committee and social work students, serve as safety champions…