There is an alarming surge in vandalism and theft targeting traffic signals in Gauteng, says the provincial department of roads and transport.
In the past year alone, this has cost the department R30m, with more than 400 signalised traffic intersections vandalised.
The situation is so dire in certain areas the department has converted traffic light intersections into four-way stops.
“These criminal activities are inflicting economic losses on the province, with replacement and repair costs reaching millions.
“Notably, high-profile intersections such as Hendrik Potgieter and Christiaan De Wet are repeatedly vandalised shortly after repairs, incurring costs exceeding R500,000 per repair,” the department said.
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