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Now THAT will teach you to NOT steal

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This afternoon at roughly 16:20, a group of Tow Truck drivers found a cyclist that had been involved in a accident on the corner of Trichard and Diaz Roads, Parsons Hill. They summoned the police and emergency services, who arrived promptly. Whilst the police were at the scene, they received a call of a house breaking in Hartley Street, Parsons Hill, not far away, which they proceeded to. It wasn't long before the police returned and confirmed their suspicions as, in a cruel twist of fate … [Read more...] about Now THAT will teach you to NOT steal

Walmer residents in close call with robbers

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Walmer residents have been cautioned to be aware of their surroundings while out shopping after an elderly couple were the victims of three robbers armed with a knife on Saturday morning, 25 February 2012 in the area’s shopping precinct. The presence of an armed response company did not deter the threesome with two suspects attempting to distract ADT Officer Garth Hammond while the third grabbed the victim’s handbag and tried to make his escape. Aware of the thieves’ plans, Hammond … [Read more...] about Walmer residents in close call with robbers

Stolen Guard’s GPS Tracking Device Leads to Arrest of Two Armed Robbery Suspects

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Police have arrested two more men believed to have been involved in the armed robbery at the Sappi Adamas Mill on Sunday morning (See: Shots Fired in Burman Road Armed Robbery) after tracking a guard's GPS Locator to their home. Metro Security Services Operations Director, Kaashief Niekerk, said the robbers had raided the guardhouse during the robbery on Sunday, and among the items stolen was a GPS locator, used by the guards on patrol. "We issue our guards with these locators as a safety … [Read more...] about Stolen Guard’s GPS Tracking Device Leads to Arrest of Two Armed Robbery Suspects

Shots Fired in Burman Road Armed Robbery

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One of five armed robbers was arrested after a robbery at the Sappi Adamas Mill in Burman Road, Deal Party, during the early hours of Sunday morning, 2 October 2011. Metro Security Services Operations Director, Kaashief Niekerk, said the robbery occurred at 5.47am this morning, when five men, some armed with firearms, gained access to the premises by climbing over the perimeter fencing. "Our onsite security guards were alerted by perimeter sensors which were activated and they went to … [Read more...] about Shots Fired in Burman Road Armed Robbery

Armed Robbery at Cotswold Educational Institution

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From the Atlas Security Crime Newsletter we have picked out a couple of interesting crime incidents: Shortly after 14h00 on Tuesday afternoon this week, an educational institution in William Street, Cotswold, was robbed of an undisclosed amount of money. An employee, who was in the office at the time, reported that a man walked in wanting to pay fees for a learner at the institution. She told the man that the fees had already been paid in advance. The next minute, he pulled out a gun and … [Read more...] about Armed Robbery at Cotswold Educational Institution

Is a Syndicate Stealing Cars in the Humerail Spar/Virgin Active Parking Area?

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A Silver VW Polo Classic 2009, Registration no FCX 153 EC and belonging to Quan Baatjies was stolen from the parking lot in between the Dataflo offices and Virgin Active on Monday, 30 May 2011 at approximately 1:30 p.m. Quan popped into the Humerail Waterfront Spar to buy some lunch and left his keys on the counter when leaving the Spar. Upon arriving at his place of employment, Dataflo, which overlooks the parking area behind Virgin Active he noticed his error as he did not have his access … [Read more...] about Is a Syndicate Stealing Cars in the Humerail Spar/Virgin Active Parking Area?

Bloemendal Home Burgled

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From the ADT Security Crime Newsletter we have picked out a couple of interesting crime incidents: A property in Uruguay Street was burgled on Monday, 23 May 2011 when thieves entered the home by breaking down the kitchen door.  Clothing, kitchen equipment and foodstuffs were stolen. Always make sure that your doors are protected with a door magnet, as well as a strong security gate. Thieves make use of the opportunity awarded to them by the time delay on the door's magnet to enter your … [Read more...] about Bloemendal Home Burgled

Distraction Scammers Ransack Hallack Road Home

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From the Atlas Security Crime Newsletter we have picked out a couple of interesting crime incidents: On Wednesday this week, two suspects pretended to be alarm repair technicians for a security company and tricked their way into a Hallack Road, St Georges residence. The suspects convinced the domestic worker that they were sent to work on the burglar alarm. She opened the door and allowed them into the house. They ransacked the house and made off with an undisclosed quantity of … [Read more...] about Distraction Scammers Ransack Hallack Road Home

Bibury Avenue Burglars Apprehended

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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 … [Read more...] about Bibury Avenue Burglars Apprehended

Microsoft to bring civil case against local computer shop owner in PE

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Microsoft has again joined forces with the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) to highlight the benefits of using genuine software and stronger protection on IP innovation. Their most recent event, held on 26 April 2011, spoke out about the importance of IP rights. Strong IP protections are central to instilling a culture of innovation, which can spur economic growth, create jobs and increase revenue for the broader industry and government organisations. Microsoft believes that … [Read more...] about Microsoft to bring civil case against local computer shop owner in PE

Follow-up on elderly woman beaten to death in Theescombe

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From the Atlas Security Crime Newsletter we have picked out a couple of interesting crime incidents: Last week an innocent Theescombe resident lost her life after being beaten to death. This tragic incident left a bad taste in the mouths of all Metro residents. The Police reported that no arrests have been made and that they are working around the clock to track down the perpetrator. It appears that her killer was known to the victim, as there was no sign of forced entry. When employing … [Read more...] about Follow-up on elderly woman beaten to death in Theescombe

Attacks on Somalians in Wesley, Motherwell

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This morning my Domestic Worker, Edith Makinana, reported that there were numerous attacks and looting on the Somalis shops in Wesley Estate (the local name for Wells Estate, Motherwell), yesterday. The Somalis are peaceful people who try and eke out a living with their little stores in the Townships. Unfortunately though, it is perceived by local shop keepers that the Somalis are a threat, as they often offer better pricing than the locals and assist members of the public when customers are … [Read more...] about Attacks on Somalians in Wesley, Motherwell

Central Businesses and Homes Plagued by Burglaries

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From the ADT Security Crime Newsletter we have picked out a couple of interesting crime incidents: On Tuesday, 19 April 2011 a thief stole a computer hard drive from a store in Cambridge Street by breaking the window but managing to leave the burglar bars intact. In a second break-in on the same day, a store in Bellmont Terrace was burgled when suspects entered the premises via the main entrance and took a laptop. Summerstrand burglaries persist: A property in Arkhon Street was burgled … [Read more...] about Central Businesses and Homes Plagued by Burglaries

Elderly Theescombe woman beaten to death

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From the Atlas Security Crime Newsletter we have picked out a couple of interesting crime incidents: An elderly woman resident of Recreation Road, Theescombe was found beaten to death shortly before 16h00 on Tuesday afternoon. The woman's husband arrived home and could not locate his wife. After a few minutes of searching the house, he eventually found his wife's battered body on the garage floor. She had been badly beaten with a blunt object. He immediately contacted the Police who … [Read more...] about Elderly Theescombe woman beaten to death