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A Dubai-based singer-songwriter was mugged at knifepoint in South Africa, last week, it has emerged.
Glenn Perry, Dubai-based musician, director of Dubai Music School and charity worker got mugged at knifepoint by six thugs in Johannesburg last week, in broad daylight at 9 am.
In an email, Perry informed that upon arrival in at the Johannesburg airport, he asked a “decent looking” taxi driver dressed in a suit and tie to take him to a good hotel in a safe area.
Instead, the taxi driver dropped off Perry to a remote place, where he was abducted by six thugs who robbed him of all his money and personal belongings.
Perry somehow managed to defend himself and escape. He returned to Dubai yesterday, shaken by the incident.
The musician maintains that South Africa is a well-developed and beautiful city to visit, but has some words of advice for travellers to avoid being mugged in the country.
Perry advises all travellers visiting Johannesburg, to confirm their accommodation and transportation arrangements before they board their flight. He also cautions to beware of illegal taxi drivers dressed up in a suit and tie.
“There is no taxi counter at the airport in Johannesburg. Contact the airport police to assist you if you need a taxi. Also be very careful when travelling anywhere in Johannesburg. Never venture out on your own, especially after sunset.”
Founded by Perry in 1980, Dubai Music School claims to be the first music school in the UAE.