Copper thief’s getaway thwarted in Main Road
A suspect has been arrested by Paarl SAPS in connection with an alleged theft of copper from a nearby farm. This follows an incident on Friday morning (10 January 2020 at around 9.47am) where the suspect was apprehended by two local armed response officers. “Our officers were busy with proactive patrols in the centre of […]
Keeping your kids safe this year
With schools across the country opening for the 2020 academic year, there is excitement among learners who look forward to new friends and new experiences. But parents and caregivers might feel some dread, especially those who are worried about the safety of their children while they make their way to school and back. There are […]
Make home and business safety a priority for 2020
The New Year offers a new start. Perhaps the security of your home or business has been neglected and needs a fresh approach too. When last did you test your alarm system? It’s one of those things that may have slipped by the wayside but is vitally important. You must be sure that the system […]
Rain and water damage on alarm systems FIDELITY ADT
Make sure that you have plans in place to deal with any possible emergencies at home (such as flooding or fire), and not to neglect your security system when mopping up. Many residents have been affected by natural disasters such as the heavy rains that have recently fallen across the country. It is important to […]
Enjoy your holidays – safely
The December holidays is a time to rest and recharge after a busy year. It is important not to neglect personal safety during this period, especially as it is also a busy time of year for opportunistic criminals. The first and most important step to take is to regularly test your alarm and to ensure […]
Lots of work still to do, to keep our women and children safe
Recently released statistics show that the fight against the abuse of our women and children is far from over. In fact, it appears that there has not been a significant decrease in sexual assaults, with women-headed urban households more likely to be attacked, and 43% of women reporting feeling unsafe. As we prepare for the […]
Celebrate the end of exams – safely
Learners and students are currently focused on their end-of-year exams and all the pressure and stress that this entails. It is perfectly understandable to want to celebrate when the examination process is finished, but we would like to remind students of the potential dangers and that these festivities should be done in a safe and […]
Fidelity scoops top security awards
On Tuesday 5 November, the private security industry, supported by the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA), hosted its annual Bravery and Crime Prevention Awards. Fidelity Services Group walked away with a lion’s share of the awards which were attended by the Deputy Minister of Police, Hon. Cassel Mathale. A total of 367 awards were […]
Spike in crime
Every year during October and November there is a definite spike in crime with house break and theft, theft out of motor vehicle; theft from motor vehicle; follow homes and common robberies dominating across all regions. Charnel Hattingh, Fidelity ADT National Marketing and Communications Manager says much of the crime seems opportunistic at this time […]
Don’t be duped by impersonators
Criminals posing as repairmen, security or police officers, and municipal workers have duped many residents into letting them into their homes resulting in robberies that could have been avoided. Charnel Hattingh, National Marketing and Communications Manager Fidelity ADT, says homeowners need to be cautious especially at this time of year. “We see an increase […]