Retail reset – what’s next?
As shopping patterns continue to evolve retailers have been forced to evaluate their patterns anew in order to staff and stock accordingly. Integrating digital and in-store traffic patterns into staffing and inventory strategy has become critical, especially for retailers that have seen a significant uptick in omnichannel use. Few consumers strictly shop online or in-store […]
Stolen cables recovered
Stolen cable was recently recovered and handed over to the Margate South African Police Service (SAPS) thanks to the rapid response of a local security company. “Just before 08h00 on Monday the 23rd January, our Specialised Intervention Unit (SIU) team received a call from the community regarding three suspicious men who were seen carrying cables […]
Hijacked victim rescued and vehicle recovered
A hijacking victim was recently rescued and his vehicle recovered thanks to the vigilance of a local security company. “Just before 15h00 on Monday the 23rd January, our Specialised Intervention Unit (SIU) were patrolling the Mayville area when they noticed a Hyundai driving suspiciously at high speed,” says Charnel Hattingh, Head of Marketing and Communications […]
Suspect arrested close to residential estate
A suspect reportedly tried to use a river stream to gain access to a local residential estate this weekend. “Our armed response officers were on patrol on Saturday morning (21 January) when they noticed an unidentified man moving through the water. It appeared that he was trying to gain access to the estate by climbing […]
Load shedding: Understanding the impact it has on home security systems
Homeowners should make sure they understand the impact load shedding can have on any security system. Sufficient battery backups and charging capacity can extend the uptime of alarm systems during load shedding. It is not ideal though for any battery to be faced with continuing bouts of power cuts – whether they are planned or […]
SafeCity initiative rolls out across 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, will be rolling out an innovative SafeCity Initiative this month. Vumacam has invested R60 million into the SafeCity Initiative by installing […]
Two stolen vehicles recovered within 24 hours
In two separate incidents, two stolen vehicles were successfully recovered within a 24-hour period. On the 9th of January at 14h40, information regarding a Toyota Etios that had been stolen in Amanzimtoti was received on a security Whatsapp group following a SNIPR camera activation. “Our Specialised Intervention Unit (SIU) team immediately responded and located the […]
Charleston Hill suspect arrested
A suspect is in police custody, after he allegedly stole property from a resident in Charleston Hill (on 19 January 2023). “One of our armed response officers was on patrol in the suburb on Thursday when he was alerted to a suspect who had gained access to a residential property. It was alleged that he […]
Trespasser arrested for theft and rape
The Jeffrey’s Bay South African Police Service (SAPS) recently took custody of a suspected thief and alleged rapist thanks to the rapid response of a local security company. In the early evening of Tuesday, 8th November, Fidelity ADT Armed Response Officer (ARO) Ryal Page received a notification from a local Neighbourhood Watch (NHW) group regarding […]
Hillcrest CPF welcomes donation
Members of the Hillcrest Community Policing Forum (CPF) recently received a welcomed donation of one hundred reflective vests from Fidelity ADT. Tracey Lynch, the Hillcrest CPF Chairperson, expressed her thanks to the private security company for their support. “Fidelity ADT’s support is greatly welcomed and appreciated. We strive to build and maintain good working relationships […]