Axe-wielding suspect caught
The Mountain Rise South African Police Service (SAPS) recently took custody of a suspect thanks to the rapid response of local security officers. “Just after 18h20 on Thursday, 8th June, we received a WhatsApp message from a Pietermaritzburg community group regarding a man who had sustained injuries from an axe to his head and was […]
Wet and windy weather – is your security system ready for changing weather conditions?
Weather patterns across the country have started to change, as we move from one season into another. Depending on where you are, this might mean windier conditions that usual, or that you can expect heavier rainfall than the last few weeks. Homeowners should remember these changes as it has a clear impact on home security […]
Enjoy a safe day outdoors
Winter is a beautiful time to enjoy the many nature trails and other outdoors activities Gauteng has to offer with family and friends. If you’re heading into nature with beautiful autumn leaves crunching under foot, Fidelity ADT advises you take a moment to consider safety, especially if you are going out alone or are a […]
Give your child the gift of safety skills this Child Protection Week
Crime is a reality in South Africa and equipping your children with essential safety information will help them to pre-empt and appropriately handle any danger they may find themselves in. This year’s Child Protection Week – commemorated between May 28th and June 4th – brings with it an opportunity for parents to empower their children with the […]
Crime stats show property crimes are up. Is your home next?
The Quarter 3 crime statistics released by Police Minister General Bheki Cele earlier this year show that all property-related crimes increased by 7.2%. These include burglaries at residential and non-residential properties, theft of motor vehicles and theft out of motor vehicles. Charnel Hattingh, Group Head of Marketing and Communications at Fidelity ADT, reminds residents that […]
Keeping our seniors safe
Go Turquoise for our elderly campaign is the perfect opportunity for South Africans to renew their commitment to the safety of our senior citizens. The awareness campaign called “Go turquoise for the elderly” will run from 15 May to 15 June (World Elderly Abuse Awareness Day). Unfortunately, older people are often seen as soft targets […]
Voorbaai suspect nabbed thanks to alarm system
A suspect was arrested (on Sunday 26 February 2023) after allegedly trying to break into a business address on Industrie Road in Voorbaai. “One of our armed response officers was sent to investigate the alarm signal we received from the retailer. On his arrival he found no sign of any suspicious activity when he did […]
SafeCity Guarding rolls out across 14 Suburbs in Johannesburg
In a major drive to provide communities across Johannesburg with additional safety and to close the gaps in previously unprotected areas, Vumacam, in partnership with Fidelity ADT and other security providers across the region, this month rolled out its innovative SafeCity Guarding initiative in 14 suburbs across the province. Suburbs covered include Bryanston, Morningside, Wilro […]
Hermanus public safety officers make several apprehensions
Public safety officers from Hermanus Public Protection (HPP) helped in several apprehensions during the month of February. HPP operates in partnership with Fidelity ADT. The first incident (on Monday 27 February after 10pm) saw two suspects being detained for being in possession of suspected stolen property. “The CCTV team at HPP spotted the men walking […]
Knife-wielding suspect caught
The Hillcrest South African Police Service (SAPS) recently took custody of a suspect thanks to the collective efforts of the SA Community Crime Watch (SACCW) and our security team. “In the early afternoon of Monday, 13th February, our Armed Response team received information from SACCW responders regarding reports of a knife-wielding suspect along Inanda Road […]