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More Reasons to Love Twitter and the SAPS

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In the RHS Sidebar of MyPE we have a Twitter stream of tweets from the PE Twitterati as well as mentions of Port Elizabeth and other key PE related keywords. See Also Twitterverse. Okay, I will admit that sometimes the Longhair has a problem with the inane frigging chatter that clutters up the stream and I have to calm her down ..... Today though I caught a glimpse of a report from Clair Arthur saying that the Kingfisher FM Offices had been broken into over the weekend - and praising the … [Read more...] about More Reasons to Love Twitter and the SAPS

Walmer Business Owner Assaulted

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www.MyPE.co.za: From the Atlas Security Crime Newsletter we have picked out a couple of interesting crime incidents: A business owner in Sixth Avenue, Walmer was attacked by two unknown suspects while he was locking up his business at 19h04 on Wednesday evening. The owner's mother phoned ATLAS reporting that her son contacted her and said that he was attacked and almost hijacked. A Response Team and the Police were dispatched to the business to investigate. They found the owner on site, … [Read more...] about Walmer Business Owner Assaulted

Kwazakhele Supermarkets Targetted

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www.MyPE.co.za: From the ADT Security Crime Newsletter we have picked out a couple of interesting crime incidents: Armed robbery in New Brighton: On Friday, 8 April 2011 three armed men entered a local supermarket in Mtimka Street through the back door, held the shop owner up at gunpoint and robbed him of R3000.00 in cash, cigarettes and a large amount of cell phone airtime. Attempted burglary in Miramar: A resident in Kirkman Road thanked ADT for their rapid response to an alarm … [Read more...] about Kwazakhele Supermarkets Targetted

Humewood Tragedy Averted

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www.MyPE.co.za: From the ADT Security Crime Newsletter we have picked out a couple of interesting crime incidents: Humewood Tragedy Averted: The immediate response of an ADT officer saved the life of a Humewood guest house owner when he apprehended a suspect on the premises on Sunday morning, 06 March 2011. The suspect gained access to the guest house in Driftsands Drive and attempted to strangle the client who succeeded in alerting ADT. The officer checked the house but found no sign … [Read more...] about Humewood Tragedy Averted

North End Armed Robbery

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www.MyPE.co.za: From the ADT Security Crime Newsletter we have picked out a couple of interesting crime incidents: Ben Kamma: Burglars lifted a sliding door from its railings at house in Wiehahn Avenue, Ben Kamma on 23 February 2011. They stole a computer screen, computer tower, digital camera, SLR camera, a flat screen television, jewellery, a video camera, external hard drive, and DVD player. North End: A client was held up at his business in Charlotte Street on 23 February when three … [Read more...] about North End Armed Robbery

i-Patrol Volunteers Spend 1 500 Hours Combating Crime

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i-Patrol Corsa bakkies have travelled over 30 thousand kilometres, and volunteers have spent over 1 500 hours behind the wheel to help keep Nelson Mandela Bay's neighbourhoods safer. In 2009, General Motors seconded eight Corsa bakkies to community-run Neighbourhood Watches. In December last year, the programme continued with these vehicles being made available to Neighbourhood Watches in Bethelsdorp, Farm Comm (Kabega Park), Fernglen, Richmond Hill, Swartkops and Walmer Sector 2, as well … [Read more...] about i-Patrol Volunteers Spend 1 500 Hours Combating Crime

Why NO Facebook for the Police is a GOOD Thing

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A recent article by Gareth Wilson titled Facebook not police's friend refers. Within the context of law enforcement and the strict rules governing advertising and the making of money out of criminal or government activities the ban on the use of Facebook forbidding officers; "to upload any photos or discuss any issues regarding your official duties on Facebook" is a good thing. Remember that by uploading images and content to Facebook or any other site that is not OWNED by the SAPS, they … [Read more...] about Why NO Facebook for the Police is a GOOD Thing

Now the Helenvale Peace Workers have the T-Shirts

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The handover of a fully equipped container, safety equipment and communication tools by Portfolio Chairperson for Safety and Security, Bicks Ndoni, today herald in a new era for this crime-ridden community. The container will serve as an office for recently trained Peace Workers, of which 33 are women and 7 men, from Helenvale. Another two females and three men joined the group recently and will now undergo training as well to tackle the streets of this Northern Areas suburb. Portfolio … [Read more...] about Now the Helenvale Peace Workers have the T-Shirts

Take Back Baakens Valley

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www.MyPE.co.za: From the ADT Security Crime Newsletter we have picked out a couple of interesting crime incidents: ADT Security is supporting the Save Our Valley Fun - Ride - Walk on 13 February at Dodd's Farm. The event consists of a 16km Mountain Bike Ride starting at 9am, a 6km Trail Run starting at 11am a 6km Kiddies/Novices ride that begins at 9.15am and a Valley Walk at 11.15am. Mike Byers Managing Director of ADT Security Eastern Cape said, "ADT is happy to be supporting this event … [Read more...] about Take Back Baakens Valley

Homeowner’s son at home during break-in

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www.MyPE.co.za: From the Atlas Security Crime Newsletter we have picked out a couple of interesting crime incidents: On Wednesday night last week, just before 23h30, ATLAS received a call from a distressed homeowner in Gomery Avenue, Summerstrand whose home had been broken into. ATLAS Armed Response Officers were dispatched to the scene and the Police were notified. Meeting with the homeowner on arrival, the Officers found that the brazen burglars had bent back the burglar bars of an open … [Read more...] about Homeowner’s son at home during break-in

The Path to Professional Thievery is a Shocking One

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www.MyPE.co.za: From the ADT Security Crime Newsletter we have picked out a couple of interesting crime incidents: Three men who were apparently planning on stealing from a complex in Richardson Road, Summerstrand got a little more than they bargained for when they tried to jump the perimeter wall during Wednesday evening, January 5th. The thieves landed on the electric fence, getting a major shock in the process, before running away. The fence had to be repaired but served its purpose as a … [Read more...] about The Path to Professional Thievery is a Shocking One

Pond Life Scum Contaminating Richmond Hill Area

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www.MyPE.co.za: From the Atlas Security Crime Newsletter we have picked out a couple of interesting crime incidents: Suspects frightened off by homeowner in botched attempted burglary Engineering firm falls victim to post-New Year armed robbery Elderly woman found unconscious in her home Korsten liquor store robbed at gunpoint Reader Contributions - Pond Life Scum Contaminating Richmond Hill Area Crime Snapshots Suspects frightened off by homeowner in botched attempted … [Read more...] about Pond Life Scum Contaminating Richmond Hill Area

Street Gambling Scams Fleecing Unsuspecting Residents

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www.MyPE.co.za: From the ADT Security Crime Newsletter we have picked out a couple of interesting crime incidents: Uitenhage police have issued a strong warning to residents saying they need to avoid street corner gambling games. This follows after a number of people have fallen victim to scams where hustlers would trick people to take part in fixed games, scamming them out of their money. Police spokesman Lieutenant Colonel Priscilla Naidu said "many vulnerable" people had fallen prey to … [Read more...] about Street Gambling Scams Fleecing Unsuspecting Residents