Dear MyPE Residents of the Eastern Cape are afraid - very afraid - as they live under the daily threat of crime. This emerged in the report Crime Statistics Series Volume II, Public perceptions about crime prevention and the Criminal Justice System, In-depth analysis of the Victims of Crime Survey data published yesterday by Stats SA. A total of 80.2 % of people in the Nelson Mandela Metro feel unsafe when it is dark. This was the highest of all metros according to the report. Living … [Read more...] about NMBM the unsafest place after dark, says Stats SA report
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Mthethwa releases crime stats
Police Minister Nathi Mthethwa says South Africa's overall crime rate continues to decline against the country’s growing population. Releasing the National Crime Statistics on Thursday, Mthethwa said there were 896 298 serious crime arrests in 2012/13 compared to 777 140 during the 2011/12 reporting period. Police convicted 352 513 people for serious crimes, while there were 307 580 convictions in 2011/12. Contact crime has decreased by 38.2% over nine years, 16% during the past four … [Read more...] about Mthethwa releases crime stats
SAPS statistics and the flawed CPF – again
A few months ago my neighbour and I were the victims of five burglaries in a matter of four weeks. Meanwhile, others in the area were also reporting similar criminal activities. At a crime sector meeting, a SAPS General disclosed and boasted about reduced crime statistics. This left me speechless, as it was obvious that we, as community were just a bunch of whingers. A few days later my house was burgled for the third time. On this occasion the perpetrators jumped a 2m fence, broke the … [Read more...] about SAPS statistics and the flawed CPF – again
Call for more Law Enforcement Officers in the city
The DA will propose to the NMBM standing committee on Safety and Security that the Law Enforcement Officers that have been trained and are employed by the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro Municipality, be moved to work in the city. Their job description would include monitoring the streets around the city of PE 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and responding to criminal activities. The security officers would also work closely with SAPS in combating crime. Currently, the Law Enforcement Officers are … [Read more...] about Call for more Law Enforcement Officers in the city
Open letter to John Preller – Chairman of the Humewood Community Policing Forum
Dear Mr Preller By now it is common knowledge that the Richmond Hill community passed a vote of no confidence in you and some of the members of the Humewood Community Policing forum executive on 7th November 2012 and we trust that this will not come as a surprise to you. Ever since you suspended Alan Mounter as chairman of the Richmond Hill Sector Crime Forum our relationship with you has been in a downward spiral, because of what we can only describe as your lack of leadership and … [Read more...] about Open letter to John Preller – Chairman of the Humewood Community Policing Forum
Walmer residents in close call with robbers
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
Heads Up Bluewater Bay
Dear Editor There have been more attempted break ins last night in the Bluewater Bay area. It appears that these criminals are presently targeting the Maureen Drive area, and had Bluewater Village in their sights. It seems that they are targeting double storey houses, with sliding doors and windows left partially or open and are using ladders to gain access. Regards Eye On Community … [Read more...] about Heads Up Bluewater Bay
Concerned Citizens to March Against Drugs and Crime
Dear Ratepayers, Due to the free availability of drugs in Central and the low prosecution rate against drug dealers and the resultant crime, thereby ensuring a crime free society able to attract investment we wish to invite you all to join us in a protest action march on the 3rd of December from 20h00 to 22h00. We will gather at the Donkin Reserve at 20h00 and walk through the main Central streets handing out warning pamphlets to drug dealers and assemble back at the Donkin Reserve where … [Read more...] about Concerned Citizens to March Against Drugs and Crime
Armed Robbery at Cotswold Educational Institution
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
Bloemendal Home Burgled
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
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
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
Follow-up on elderly woman beaten to death in Theescombe
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
Central Businesses and Homes Plagued by Burglaries
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
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
