community safety

The Beacon Valley Tragedy: An Urgent Plea for Augmented School Security

A young girl was tragically killed by a stray bullet in Beacon Valley while waiting for her school ride. The…

10 months ago

The Escalation of ‘Window Shopping’ Smash-and-Grab Crimes

Smashandgrab crimes are on the rise in Cape Town, South Africa, with a significant increase during November and December 2023.…

10 months ago

The Unforgettable Guardian of Constantia, Cape Town: K9 Seeff

K9 Seeff, a Belgian Malinois patrol dog, is a vital part of the Constantia Watch K9 unit, which helps protect…

11 months ago

Gauteng’s Triumph: Wardens Secure Peace Officer Designation to Boost Crime Prevention

In a significant shift for crime prevention in South Africa, the Gauteng Crime Prevention Wardens, known as Amapanyaza, have been…

11 months ago

A Terrifying Turn: Morning Stroll Claims Life in Lutzville

A man named Johannes Lewis was attacked and killed by four pit bulls during his morning walk in Lutzville. The…

12 months ago

Tlhabane Crime Syndicate Bust: A Triumph for Unified Law Enforcement

In the early morning of September 20, 2023, the Tlhabane community in South Africa experienced a significant clampdown on criminal…

1 year ago

Riverlea Community Rises Against Zama-Zama Gangs

The Riverlea community, located west of Johannesburg, has been combating the threat of zamazama gangs, and their collective efforts have…

1 year ago

A Tragic Loss: The Murder of Officer Toufeeq Williams

On a Sunday afternoon in Mitchell's Plain, Toufeeq Williams, an offduty officer of the Law Enforcement Advancement Plan (LEAP), was…

1 year ago

Bellville Community Calls for Action Following Brutal Attack Near Notorious “Problem House”

Residents of Bellville are demanding swift action from authorities in response to a vicious assault that occurred near a notorious…

1 year ago

The Reintegration of a Notorious Criminal: A Complex Issue for the Mitchells Plain Community

The upcoming release of Norman 'Afzal' Simons, also known as the Station Strangler, has caused alarm and controversy in the…

1 year ago

Shocking Armed Robbery of a Film Crew in Langa Sheds Light on Security Concerns

Last Wednesday, a local reality television show film crew in Langa, South Africa, experienced a traumatic event that left them…

1 year ago

Arrest Made in Tragic Murder of 8-Year-Old Boy

In a horrific incident that has shaken the community of Kraaifontein, an 8yearold boy was found dead during a sleepover…

1 year ago

Empowering the Youth: Western Cape Police Oversight and Community Safety’s Youth Day Programme in Delft

The Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety (POCS) held a successful Youth Day Programme on June 19th, 2023, at…

1 year ago

Successful Crackdown in Mpumalanga Province: Operation Shanela Yields 69 Arrests

The High Density Operation Shanela in Mpumalanga Province, South Africa, has made a significant breakthrough in its effort to improve…

1 year ago

Successful Rescue of Abducted Infant in Soweto

The South African Police Service (SAPS) AntiKidnapping Task Team has demonstrated their swift and efficient work by rescuing a fourmonthold…

1 year ago

The Menace of Gang-Related Shootings in South Africa

In recent times, South Africa's Western Cape has witnessed a surge in gangrelated shootings, resulting in the deaths of six…

1 year ago