If you do then you will know what a bun fight it can be at the robots guarding the intersection between Mount and Harrower Roads as cars navigate the final section of road from the robots to Govan Mbeki. The 'problem child lane' is the one on the down run closest to Tavcor - this lane feeds directly to the turning lane into Govan Mbeki and NOT to the Summerstrand or NBluewtaer Bay on ramps. The lane to the left of that feeds to the lane that crosses Goven Mbeki Avenue and onto the freeway … [Read more...] about Do You Ride Down Mount Road Daily? Are YOU Exercising Your Middle Finger?
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Mount Road police nab drug suspect
Police in Port Elizabeth are relentless in their efforts in curbing the illicit sale of drugs in the area. On Tuesday, 15 January 2019 at about 18:00, Mount Road members acted on information received of a possible drug ‘drop off’ in Sydenham. The suspect’s vehicle, a silver VW Polo was spotted and when the suspect saw the police, he sped off. A chase ensued. The driver of the VW Polo pointed a firearm at the police. After a short chase, police succeeded in cornering the vehicle in Voyle … [Read more...] about Mount Road police nab drug suspect
Boxing Day Robbery
Port Elizabeth: Mount Road Detectives are investigating a case of business robbery. Just before 07:00 on Tuesday, 26 December 2017 a guard was on duty at a business premises and while he was busy in the office he noticed two suspects entering the premises. He went to investigate and noticed approximately four more suspects armed with firearms approaching him. The guard ran towards his office but the suspect pointed at him with a firearm and demanded the keys to the safe. The suspects fled with … [Read more...] about Boxing Day Robbery
Successes for Mount Road SAPS
Port Elizabeth: Successes achieved during the festive season operations is as a result of high visibility patrols and searches in hot spot areas within the Mount Road Cluster. The Visible Gang Intervention Team (VGIT), National Intervention Team (NIT), Provincial Gang Investigation Unit and Crime Combatting Unit (CCU) operating from the COCC is wasting no time in arresting suspects in the Northern areas. Within 24 hours 8 suspects were arrested for drugs, murder and attempted murder and … [Read more...] about Successes for Mount Road SAPS
Shot at in Highfield Road
Members from the Mount Road Operational Command Centre have effected several arrests since Friday, 20 January 2017. Several suspects were arrested for serious crimes including drug related cases, unlawful possession of firearm and ammunition, attempted murder and possession of suspected stolen property. A total of five firearms were confiscated by police since Thursday, 19 January to 21 January 2017. On 19 January 2017 the Provincial Gang Investigation Unit were following up on information … [Read more...] about Shot at in Highfield Road
Numerous success for Mount Road SAP
Port Elizabeth, 14 November 2016: The following successes were achieved during this weekend (11-14 November 2016) in the Mount Road policing cluster. A total of 123 suspects were arrested for various crimes including possession of drugs, robbery, drunken driving, possession of suspected stolen property, murder, attempted murder, theft from motor vehicle, house robbery, unlawful possession of firearm and unlawful possession of ammunition, possession of dangerous weapons as well as possession of … [Read more...] about Numerous success for Mount Road SAP
Mount Road Cluster celebrates success
The following successes were achieved during this weekend (28-31 October 2016) in the Mount Road policing cluster. A total of 151 suspects were arrested for various crimes including possession of drugs, robbery, drunken driving, possession of suspected stolen property, murder, attempted murder, theft from motor vehicle, house robbery, unlawful possession of firearm and unlawful possession of ammunition as well as possession of housebreaking implements. High density operations were held in … [Read more...] about Mount Road Cluster celebrates success
SAPS Successes in Mount Road Cluster
Port Elizabeth: The following successes were achieved over the weekend (7-10) October 2016 in the Mount Road policing cluster. A total of 108 suspects were arrested for various crimes including possession of drugs, robbery, drunken driving, possession of suspected stolen property, murder, attempted murder, theft from motor vehicle, house robbery, unlawful possession of firearm and unlawful possession of ammunition. All arrested persons are expected to appear in court soon. A total of 30 … [Read more...] about SAPS Successes in Mount Road Cluster
SAPS Mount Road conclude successful weekend of arrests
The following successes were achieved during this weekend (16-19) September 2016 in the Mount Road policing cluster. A total of 163 suspects were arrested for various crimes including possession of drugs, robbery, drunken driving, possession of suspected stolen property, murder, attempted murder, theft from motor vehicle, house robbery, unlawful possession of firearm and unlawful possession of ammunition. All arrested persons are expected to appear in court soon. A total of 13 arrests … [Read more...] about SAPS Mount Road conclude successful weekend of arrests
90 Arrests by Mount Road Cluster
The following successes were achieved during this weekend (2-5 September 2016 in the Mount Road policing cluster. A total of 99 suspects were arrested for various crimes including possession of drugs, robbery, drunken driving, possession of suspected stolen property, murder, theft from motor vehicle, house robbery, unlawful possession of firearm and unlawful possession of ammunition. All arrested persons are expected to appear in court soon. A total of 32 arrests were made on drug-related … [Read more...] about 90 Arrests by Mount Road Cluster
Mount Road SAPS arrest Holland Park men
Four suspects between the ages of 18 and 24 were arrested after members from Mount Road SAPS followed up on information regarding an illegal firearm. On Thursday, 14 January 2016, Mount Road Crime Prevention Unit members received information regarding suspects in Shaurderville Ave, Holland Park. The members followed up on the information and searched a house. During the search the members recovered a 9mm fire arm with ammunition. The K9 unit was also involved and in the back yard they … [Read more...] about Mount Road SAPS arrest Holland Park men
R13 Million Revamp for PE landmark
After 44 years of service,the landmark VWSA building, situated on Mount Road is undergoing a revamp to the tune of R13 million.The revamp will boast a new VW Crafter Workshop, be home to the MotoRent division and every floor has been remodeled with new amenities for staff and customers. "We will be back in operation in August," said Mr. Alan Taverner chairman of Tavcor Motor Group. The revamp also prepares a way for a new franchise, Tavcor Commercial Vehicles - sales and service as well as VW … [Read more...] about R13 Million Revamp for PE landmark
Weekend Post Taking MyPE for a Ride
I used to wonder just how photographers could recognise their own images amongst the many millions that are published on the internet on a daily basis. I wonder no more as after many years of taking photographs I seem to have developed a style that I, at least, recognise almost instantly. Disturbing to me is that large media houses have increasingly been using my images without even bothering to ask or accredit MyPE or myself as the originator. In the recent past The Daily Despatch and … [Read more...] about Weekend Post Taking MyPE for a Ride
