From the ADT Security Crime Newsletter we have picked out a couple of interesting crime incidents:
On Tuesday, 17 May 2011 a resident was leaving her property in Bibury Avenue when she heard an alarm go off and saw two men running from a house opposite the street.
She followed them to the end of Bibury Avenue, and then gave chase on foot into the valley before turning back to ask the assistance of another resident in the neighbourhood. While the second resident set off to follow the suspects, she returned to the burgled property and alerted the home owner’s armed response provider but received no assistance.
An ADT patrol car arrived at the property and she provided the ADT Officer with a description of the two suspects. The ADT Officer informed her that one of the suspects had already been apprehended and that they would continue to search for the second man.
Vigilant key-holder prevents burglary in New Brighton
Would-be thieves were forced to back down when the key-holder of a business in Mahlangu Street discovered them in the process of making a hole in the bathroom wall to gain entry to the building on Sunday, 22 May 2011.
The key-holder immediately switched off the lights and pressed the panic button to alert ADT. The suspects fled the scene and New Brighton SAPS and ADT searched the property to ensure that the suspects had left.
Safety should be a top priority for seniors
Seniors are often seen as easy targets by criminals and they should make a point of being aware of their surroundings at all times in order to avoid becoming a victim of crime.
Senior safety begins at home:
- Install and use good locks on doors and windows.
- Don’t hide keys under the doormat, in the mailbox or in a planter.
- When service or delivery people come to your door, ask for ID, and check with their company if you’re still not sure.
- Make sure the street number on your house is large, well-lit and unobstructed so emergency personnel can find your home quickly.
- If you decide to install an alarm system, consider one that is monitored for burglary, fire and medical emergencies.
Safety about town:
- Go out with family or friends rather than by yourself.
- Hold your handbag close or keep your wallet in an inside front pocket.
- Don’t carry large amounts of cash or unneeded credit cards.
- Keep car doors locked, be watchful in parking lots and garages, and try to park close to entrances.
- Sit near the driver or the exit when traveling by bus or train.
- If a person or situation makes you nervous, walk away.
Be an active part of your community:
- Report any crimes or suspicious activities to the police.
- Join a neighbourhood watch program to help protect your community.
- Get involved in activities that can make your community a better place, like mentoring children, serving as a volunteer aide for the police or fire department, or escorting disabled persons.
Mount Road SAPS sector policing:
There is an active Community Policing Crime Sub-Forum in the Mount Road Sector. Residents interested in joining can contact Warrant Officer RJ Mitchell on 082 302 0553.
Get involved in your Neighbourhood Watch
If you are interested to become part of an existing Neighbourhood Watch in your area, or would like to start a Neighbourhood Watch of your own, kindly contact Dave Moorhouse on 078 322 1798 for more information.
Contact ADT Security.
Alan Straton
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