On 3 February 2020, the U.S. Embassy in Pretoria issued a Security Alert regarding increased criminal activity at the Fort Klapperkop Nature Reserve, which reads in part as follows:
“Location: Fort Klapperkop Nature Reserve
“Event: There are reports of increased criminal activity at the Fort Klapperkop Nature Reserve. In recent months there have been several incidents of a group stopping and robbing hikers and cyclists within the park. The U.S. Embassy recommends travelling in large groups and exercising increased caution within the reserve or avoiding the area.”
