Lester Road car theft suspect arrested
A suspected stolen vehicle was seized by police outside Stellenbosch this week after it was allegedly stolen in Grassy Park in June. “The theft of the vehicle was reported to police last month, and the car’s details were loaded onto the network of licence plate recognition (LPR) cameras that cover a large part of the […]
Community social media page helps in recovery of stolen TV
A suspected stolen vehicle was seized by police outside Stellenbosch this week after it was allegedly stolen in Grassy Park in June. “The theft of the vehicle was reported to police last month, and the car’s details were loaded onto the network of licence plate recognition (LPR) cameras that cover a large part of the […]
Month end weekend provides easy pickings for criminals
A suspected stolen vehicle was seized by police outside Stellenbosch this week after it was allegedly stolen in Grassy Park in June. “The theft of the vehicle was reported to police last month, and the car’s details were loaded onto the network of licence plate recognition (LPR) cameras that cover a large part of the […]
New Germany suspect apprehended
The Pinetown South African Police Service (SAPS) recently took custody of a suspected thief thanks to the rapid response of a local security company. On Friday 14th May the Fidelity ADT Security Control Room received an alarm activation from a New Germany home and immediately dispatched Armed Response Officer (ARO), Aviwe Mphamba, who arrived […]
Bloubosrand gets advanced surveillance cameras
Criminals and syndicates often use vehicles when they target a community as this allows them to quickly enter the area, commit a crime and get out again. This is why it is important for any community wanting to safeguard themselves to take note of the vehicles driving around in the area that do not belong […]
“Human detection” camera nabs repeat offender in Goedemoed
Police in Durbanville recently arrested a suspect in Goedemoed, after he triggered a security camera installed in the area. It was later determined that he had previous arrests for copper cable theft. “Human detection cameras have been installed across parts of Cape Town. They are triggered when they pick up human movement along a […]
Saldanha suspect nabbed after copper cable theft
Police have taken one suspect into custody, after he and an accomplice allegedly stole copper cables from a cement factory outside Saldanha. The incident took place on Saturday 13 March 2021, just after 1pm. “Armed response officer Clive Segrys was called to the premises on Saturday, to respond to suspicious behavior. When he arrived […]
Suspect in Fourways robbery syndicate caught
An extensive investigation into the recent spate of burglaries within the greater Fourways areas, has led to the apprehension of one suspect believed to have been closely involved in the burglaries. Wahl Bartmann, Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity Services Group says the unacceptably high number of incidents required a multi-disciplinary task team involving the […]
Suspect arrested after assault of elderly resident
Hermanus police have arrested a 16-year-old suspect in connection with an alleged burglary at a home in Voëlklip last week (Tuesday 13 April 2021). The suspect was later connected to another similar incident in the same area. “The Hermanus Public Protection (HPP) control centre received a call for assistance from Fidelity ADT just before 4pm, […]
Eyes and ears on the community – Valhalla
Community security is not just about reacting to incidents that occur in your neighbourhood. It’s also about being proactive and seeing clues before an incident even takes place. Leon Muller, District Manager for Fidelity ADT says it is so important to consciously observe everything around you, taking note of any potential safety issues. “Everyone […]