Fraudulent fuel seller arrested
A joint operation led to the arrest of a fraudulent fuel seller recently. “On Monday, 31st October, information was received regarding an individual who was selling diesel and petrol from containers at a taxi rank in Ndwedwe. Members from our Specialised Intervention Unit (SIU), local SAPS, the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI) Durban and […]
Constantia home fire extinguished
An armed response officer helped a local Constantia homeowner save most of their household items when a fire broke out earlier this week. “Our officer monitored a message on the local CVIC Neighbourhood Watch radio network, which described assistance being needed at a home fire in the area,” explains Candice Hammond, Cape Town South branch […]
Hermanus Public Protection Renews Fidelity ADT Partnership
An important crime prevention and public safety contract for Hermanus has recently been renewed. Hermanus Public Protection (HPP), the Hermanus Special Rating Area (HSRA) management body, has renewed its outsourcing contract with Fidelity ADT. The outsourcing agreement with Fidelity ADT was for an initial two-year period, explains the company’s Hermanus branch manager Marius Boshoff. “We […]
Abalone poaching suspect nabbed in Vermont
Hermanus police have taken a suspect into custody in relation to alleged abalone poaching. The suspect and an alleged accomplice were located in Vermont (on 4 October 2022) by a patrolling armed response officer. “Our officer was doing routine patrols after 9 pm when he came across two unidentified men walking along Siffie Crescent carrying […]
Wellington trespasser questioned
Armed response officers in Wellington were called to assist this morning (Friday 21 October) when an unknown person gained access to a property without consent. “We were alerted by the home owner and sent two officers to investigate. By the time they arrived the suspect had already fled,” explains Warren Cassisa, Paarl branch manager at […]
Triple arrest in North End
An armed response officer helped in the arrest of three suspects, when they were caught allegedly breaking in at an address in North End. “Police asked us for backup as they responded to a reported break-in on Slater Street. One of our armed response officers joined them at the scene,” says Charnel Hattingh, Group Head […]
Transport Month – A great time to review your vehicle tracking and telematics system
Technology is a fast-developing arena where newer and more efficient products and services are developed at a blistering pace. The same can be said for vehicle tracking and telematics systems, which makes it vital to regularly ask whether your chosen system is still the best option for your family vehicle or even your fleet of […]
Wanted trio nabbed
The Dundee South African Police Service (SAPS) recently took custody of three wanted suspects thanks to the vigilance and determination of a private security response unit. “Three suspects were involved in a recent burglary at Dundee Junior School. On Wednesday, 21st September at around 07h45, we received information regarding the identity of the perpetrators and […]
Fence hopper nabbed
The Pinetown South African Police Service (SAPS) recently took custody of a trespasser thanks to the rapid response of a local security company. “At 9am on the 15th September our Fidelity Security Control Room received an alert of a fence hopper in Gordon Road and our operator immediately dispatched Armed Response Officer (ARO), Simiso Nojiyeza, […]
Ten Things That Leave You Vulnerable to Crime
Crime in South Africa is a reality, and anyone can become a victim. There are basic measures you can take to better protect yourself and the people you care about. “Criminals are on the lookout for easy targets. If you come across as distracted or vulnerable, there is a real chance that criminals will consider […]