Security

Biology

– Contributed by Steve Clark10111 Durban, C-3 In our complex, modern world, with all the seemingly endless confrontations and difficulties we face, it may appear extremely challenging to not feel like a beaten dog. It is easy for any of us to know what it’s like to come out of a lockdown only to face…

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How do you get bitten by a shark?

– Contributed by Steve Clark10111 Durban, C-3 (The Crime Triangle) It’s a simple question. One, however filled with images of flailing swimmers and sinking fishing boats. Some of our deepest fears involve sharp teeth. Indeed, that is one of our most primal fears. Creatures, prowling the primeval waters and grasslands, faster and stronger than us…

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COPS Corner – Nov 21

I’m honoured to have been asked to take care of this little corner of Westville. The idea is to provide monthly tips on safety and security, helping make Westville a safer place for you to live and work in, but also to improve your everyday safety wherever you are. My plan is to also invite…

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Security Posts / Tips

DCF Hut Scheme

The sustainability of the hut scheme in the DCF area has been under threat for many years, due to the decreasing subscription rate by residents.  The cross subsidization [shortfall] by Fidelity ADT has reached the current unsustainable level of R89 103,61 per month. Regardless of the shortfall, we wish to remain in the community and do not wish to remove the manned…

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Loadshedding and your Alarm

— Source : Blue Security Loadshedding can have a severe impact on home alarm systems. With regular power outages, home alarm systems are at an increased risk of being disabled or not functioning correctly. It is important to ensure that your home alarm system is properly maintained and regularly tested to operate optimally during loadshedding.The…

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Safety first on refuse removal days

– Source : FIDELTY ADT We are urging residents to be mindful of what they throw away and how you may dispose of these items. We have received information of break-ins that have occurred within a day of bins and refuse being placed outside for collection. Unfortunately not all rubbish bag diggers are innocent as…

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Winter Warning

Source : MOBI-CLAW911 NOTICEWestvilleEvery winter when cold weather strikes, we see an increase in night time crime, especially housebreakings, theft of garden furniture and tools and theft out of motor vehicles.This year is no different, last night was busy and we are already seeing suspicious activity this evening, why? Night are longer.People are cold and…

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CPF – Support Request

The Westville Community Policing Forum (CPF) actively works with Neighbourhood WatchPatrollers, SAPS and security companies to continue ensuring the safety and security of allresidents in our suburb.The events of July 2021 are no doubt etched in everyone’s minds and we can all take pride in howthe community stood together.The Westville CPF are making a humble…

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