SAPS ‐ WEEKLY CRIME TRENDS BY SECTOR 2013‐03‐08 to 2013‐03‐14

Distributed through the Sandton Community Police Forum www.sandtoncpf.co.za

Property crime is always a problem in the Sandton policing precinct and the community must take special care to protect themselves and their belongings. Historically these incidents can increase just prior to the Easter Holiday Season so be especially careful at this time.

Theft out of motor vehicles remains a problem at many parking lots, shopping areas, schools, churches etc. Jamming devices are the cause of many of these incidents and the community must ensure their vehicles are locked by physically checking same, before walking away.

Smash and Grabs can in the main be prevented by ensuring that your valuables are out of sight, preferably in your vehicle ‘boot’ area.

Crime Hints: Be aware – take special care. • Criminals loiter in parking lots or sit in vehicles and over‐ride your ‘remote’ signal as you ‘click’ and casually walk away. You may think you’ve locked your car but it is still open. When you’re away items of value are swiftly removed. No broken glass, no forced entry and no insurance payout. • Store all items in your boot, but don’t pack away in full view of the criminals lurking in the parking lots. • Lock your car with your key, or if you must use electronic means – physically check the doors before leaving. • Prevent “Smash & Grabs” by keeping seats and floor clear of valuables when driving and by keeping all doors locked. • Keep your windows closed at intersections and don’t stop too close to the car in front – allow yourself some room to maneuver. • Cable theft remains a serious problem and the community are asked to report any suspicious behavior to City Power Risk Management 011.490.7900/7911. Destroy any long sticks you find on sidewalks and note that cable thefts tend to take place the day prior to weekly rubbish removal services. Be especially aware during these times.

SECTOR 1: (Gallo Manor; Khyber Rock; Lonehill East; Paulshof; Rietfontein; Sunninghill; Woodmead.) Category: Vehicle related crime was the main crimes committed in the Sector this week. Increase/Decrease: The total crime is stable compared to the same week previous year. Times: Times of crime were mainly between 07:30 to 10:30 and 15:30 to 16:55. Days: Majority of crimes were committed on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Contributing Suburbs: The contributing suburbs are Paulshof 33.33%; Sunninghill 55.55% and Woodmead 11.11%. Detail: • In the truckjacking that occurred along Umhlanga and Witkoppen Road, Paulshof on Friday, 2013‐03‐08 at about 09:15 the complainant was driving when passed by a red VW Golf with three black males. They pointed to the truck as if something was wrong. The driver stopped. A BMW with four occupants stopped

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behind him. They grabbed him and forced him into the BMW and drove off. The complainant was dropped off later and the suspects fled. Investigation continues.

SECTOR 2: (Bryanston; ; ; River Club) Category: House Robbery was the main crime committed in the Sector this week. Increase/Decrease: The total crime increased by 25% compared to the same week previous year. Times: Times of crime were mainly between 20:00 to 22:30. Days: Majority of crimes were committed on Thursday. Contributing Suburbs: The contributing suburbs are Bryanston 80%; Kleve Hill Park 10% and Riverclub 10%. Detail: • In the house robbery incident that occurred at Sandton Lodge, Davis and East Road, Bryanston on Saturday, 2013‐03‐09 at about 22:30 the complainant was at home when approached by three black males. Entry was gained through an unlocked sliding door. The suspects were armed with a knife. The complainant was tied up. The suspects took personal property and fled the scene. Investigation continues. • In another house robbery that occurred in Hamilton Avenue, Bryanston on Thursday, 2013‐03‐14 at about 21:00 the complainant arrived at home. He saw two black males coming through the front door. The complainant and his wife were tied up. The suspects took personal property which was loaded into the complainant’s vehicle and the suspects fled the scene. Investigation continues.

SECTOR 3: (Benmore; Dalecross; Duxberry; Little Filian; Moodie Hill; Morningside x40; New Brighton; Parkmore; Sandown; Sandhurst x4; Strathaven; Sunset Acres.) Category: Vehicle related crime was the main crime committed in the Sector this week. Increase/Decrease: The total crime decreased by 53.33% compared to the same week previous year. Times: Times of crimes were mainly between 08:00 to 14:30. Days: Majority of crimes were committed on Monday, Thursday and Friday. Contributing Suburbs: The contributing suburbs are Benmore 14.28%; Parkmore 71.42% and Sandown 14.28%. Detail: • In the carjacking incident that occurred in 9th Street, Parkmore on Friday, 2013‐03‐08 at about 14:10 the complainant was reversing out of the gate when approached by two black males. One suspect opened the unlocked passenger door and jumped into the back seat. Another suspect tried to push the complainant to the passenger seat. The complainant jumped out and the suspects drove off. The vehicle was later recovered in Alexandra.

SECTOR 4: (Edenburg; Morningside; Morningside Manor; .) Category: Vehicle related crime and House robbery were the main crimes committed in the Sector this week. Increase/Decrease: 2

The total crime increased by 185.7% compared to the same week previous year. Times: Times of crimes were mainly between 16:00 to 19:00. Days: Majority of crimes were committed on Thursday and Friday. Contributing Suburbs: Contributing Suburbs are Morningside 65% and Rivonia 35%. Detail: • In the house robbery incident that occurred in Ronmar Road, Morningside on Sunday, 2013‐03‐10 about 17:50 the complainant and his wife were approached by one black male on the driveway. He pointed them with a firearm and took the keys to open the gate. Two suspects joined and forced them into the house. They took personal property and then drove off with the complainant’s vehicle. The vehicle was later recovered along Corlett Drive. • In another house robbery incident that occurred at The Waldorf Complex, Centre Road, Morningside on Monday, 2013‐03‐11 at about 19:00 the complainant was from Kong Tai Supermarket. When he entered the house he was approached by a black male. The complainant was pointed with a firearm. Another suspect joined and the complainant was forced into the house. They took personal property and cash and fled the scene. Investigation continues.

SECTOR 5: (Buccleuch; Eastgate; Kelvin; Kramerville; Wendywood; Woodmead.) Category: Burglary, House robbery and vehicle related crime were the main crimes committed in the Sector this week. Increase/Decrease: The total crime increased by 55.55% compared to the same week previous year. Times: Times of crimes were mainly between 10:20 to 15:30. Days: Majority of crimes were committed on Monday, Tuesday and Friday. Contributing Suburbs: Contributing suburbs are Buccleuch 35.71%; Kelvin 21.42%; Wendywood 7.14% and Woodmead Mart 35.71%. Detail: • In a carjacking incident that occurred in Louise Way, Kelvin on Friday, 13‐03‐08 at about 03:08 the domestic worker alleged that she was with her sister inside the house when an unknown black male started shouting at the door looking for her employer’s cell phone number. She gave him the numbers. He came back saying the employer said he must wait for him inside the house. The domestic worker opened for him and two black males joined. The two victims were pointed with a firearm and tied up. The suspects took personal property and fled the scene. Investigation continues. • In another house robbery incident that occurred at Valley View Complex, Gibson Drive West on Tuesday, 2013‐03‐12 at about 20:30 the complainant was watching TV with his wife. Three black males entered through an open sliding door. The two victims were pointed with firearms and the complainant’s wife, son and mother‐in‐law were tied up. The suspects took personal property plus a firearm and fled the scene. Investigation continues.

SUCCESSES: • One suspect was arrested for theft out of motor vehicle. • One suspect was arrested for house breaking and theft. • One suspect was arrested for house robbery and murder.

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Important Contacts

Sandton Community Police Forum. • View www.sandtoncpf.co.za for contact details/lead times regarding city service issues. • Sandton CPF, SAPs Sector Commanders, SAPs Sector Vehicles : www.sandtoncpf.co.za • Anti Corruption Hot Line: 0860.267.787 • Crime Line 32211

CITY POWER Risk Management (CABLE THEFTS) 011.490.7900 and 011.490.7911

JMPD (METRO) is responsible for all By‐Law Enforcement as well as Traffic Offences. • JMPD Hot Line: 011.758.9621 + 22 + 24 (Manned 24/7 who will then direct to the Sergeant on duty of that particular Ward.)

Ward Councillors serving within the Sandton policing precinct area. Ward 32 Cllr Darren Bergman { } Portion Sector 5 Ward 90 Cllr Gordon MacKay {3 dedicated Ward } Portion Sector 3 Ward 91 Cllr Andrew Stewart { Sergeants operate } Portion Sector 3 Ward 93 Cllr Annette Deppe { on a rotating shift } Portion Sector 1 Ward 103 Cllr Vincent Earp { basis in each Ward } Portion Sector 2+3+4 Ward 106 Cllr Stephen Moore { } Portion Sector 1+2+4 Ward 109 Cllr Lillian Kekana { } Portion Sector 1+4+5

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