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September 6, 2013
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‘Lollipop’ cameras increase security CPF takes community policing to another level KALISHA NAICKER
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FTER a recent spate of violent crime, residents of Kloof are ‘reclaiming’ their neighbourhood using cameras. According to Nikki Mohlmann, the Kloof Community Policing Forum (KCPF) project coordinator, the success of Enforce’s Orange Watchmen Community Cameras in places like Hillcrest, Gillitts and Waterfall, has prompted the KCPF to take further action. Seven entry and exit points in Kloof now have the fixed “lollypop” cameras installed on street corners. The latest camera was in-
stalled at Kloof Pre Primary, providing an all-day “police presence” in the area. “These cameras are monitored every hour; it is like having a 24-hour guard,” said Mohlmann. The KCPF is looking to install a total of 11 cameras in the area and is urging residents to support the project. The cameras have 24-hour recording and are linked to a control room for monitoring purposes. “The bright orange colour acts as a visual deterrent. “The speaker phone on the pole allows the control room operator to communicate, especially in the case of loiterers
or suspicious behaviour,” she said. “CaptainBheki Mpungose of Kloof police, Corne’ Broodryk chairperson of the KCPF and I will have the footage and will work actively to reduce crime in the area,” she said. Kloof Junior Primary principal Colleen Phillips said she was happy to have a camera near the school. “Our school is on a public road, and with the installation of the camera it makes the area much safer for my pupils, staff and parents,” she said. Enforce customer liaison officer, Rachel Davis, said the company is proudly supporting the initiative.
“Public safety is our number one priority and we go beyond the call of duty to enforce this,” she said. “We also offer private cameras for home security and urge the public to contact us if they are interested,” added Davis. Residents are also encouraged to attend the Kloof CPF monthly meetings which are held every second Monday of the month at the Kloof Junior Primary school in Abelia road at 6pm. If you are interested in donating to the KCPF camera project or would like more information, contact Nikki Mohlmann on 031 764 7069 .
Enforce customer liaison officer Rachel Davis, Kloof Junior Primary principal Colleen Phillips, Roxannes Perryer and pupils Xabiso Nxas ana, Gareth Bell, Makety Makhoza and Jessica Hall PHOTO: KALISHA NAICKER