Kragga Kamma Park implements new CCTV cameras
A local community in Port Elizabeth received new security cameras from a private security company this week following a request for a security assessment earlier this year. “We were initially asked to conduct a security assessment and determined that a CCTV solution, once strategically placed, could make a positive impact in the fight against crime […]
A new era for Hermanus as a public safety initiative kicks off in November
Localised security and public safety efforts are instrumental in keeping any town and community safe. The involvement of the police and local armed response companies, together with dedicated volunteer patrollers and community organisations creates a winning recipe for the fight against crime. This ‘recipe’ will get a brand new taste for Hermanus, starting in November. […]
Arrested Hout Bay suspect linked with a second incident
A suspect was arrested in Hout Bay last week (Wednesday 14 October 2020 at around 12h30) after he allegedly trespassed at a property in the area. He was later connected to a separate attempted break-in which had happened in Llandudno earlier. “One of our armed response officers monitored a report on the WatchCon radio network […]
Crime trend to be aware of: Vehicle stickers
Fidelity ADT urges Pietermaritzburg motorists to be careful with the information they display on their vehicles following a recent crime trend noted in relation to opportunistic thieves targeting individuals with particular vehicle stickers, branding or personalised number plates. “We would like to encourage our Pietermaritzburg residents to be careful with the information they display on […]
Mobile Trailer deployed in Umdloti
A key focus area for private security companies is the importance of showing high visibility in the suburbs in which they operate without compromising on service delivery. Fidelity ADT recently deployed a branded trailer to increase their visibility in Umdloti. “Our recently deployed Fidelity ADT trailer in Umdloti is a means to support our Localised […]
Newlands thief nabbed
The Newlands South African Police Service (SAPS) recently took custody of a suspected thief thanks to the rapid response of a local security company. In the early hours of the morning on the 18th October, the Fidelity ADT Security Monitoring Centre received an alarm activation from a Newlands West home after the owner heard noises […]
Parents warned to teach their children to be alert
Parents across the country have been warned to remain vigilant and to teach their children about the threats of kidnapping. The warning comes in the wake of recent events, such as one in Gauteng in which a suspect was caught on camera trying to grab a child from its parents. The suspect appeared in the […]
Domestic staff members should be your partners in home security
Home owners spend a lot of time and effort in setting up the best possible armed response and security measures at home, such as burglar bars and security gates and outside alarm beams. The same attention should be paid to vetting domestic staff and equipping them to be able to protect themselves and your property. […]
Camera operators nab suspects with ‘stolen’ goods
Security camera operators in Hermanus helped in the arrest of two suspects a few days back, after they were found in possession of suspected stolen goods. “The CCTV camera operators at Hermanus Public Protection (HPP) spotted two men late one Sunday night walking towards the Westcliff suburb. Their demeanor raised suspicion and local patrollers were […]
Suspect caught after robbing PE student
A suspect was apprehended shortly after he and an accomplice allegedly robbed a student at knifepoint. “We received a panic alarm signal from a student residence on Govan Mbeki street (on Thursday 17 September 2020 at around 20h37) and sent an armed response officer to investigate,” says Ryan Britz, Port Elizabeth branch manager for Fidelity […]