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Armed Robbery in Melkweg Dog Poisonings = Crime BY PHILIP ALLEBONE
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BY PHILIP ALLEBONE
On the 18 September three armed suspects gun-pointed a resident and robbed them of electronics and jewellery before fleeing in a white BMW.
According to the victim of the crime he had just arrived at home and was entering his driveway when a white Audi A3 pulled in behind him. Three armed men leapt out and pulled him from his vehicle, a gun pointed at his head. Dragging him to the house they forced him to open the door. Inside they locked the man and the domestic worker in the bathroom while they ransacked the house. The domestic was able to press the panic, alerting CMS of their predicament and who were able to respond. No one was hurt in the incident, for which the victim of the robbery said he was ‘thankful’.
The reports that have come in of the number of dog poisonings in the areas is a clear indication of the crime that is to come, and the trend is a warning to people to not only report every dog poisoning that happens but also to be extra vigilant in their daily routine.
A call-in alerted CMS to the fact that a breakin was in progress in Melkweg and that the suspects were armed. Racing to the scene along with the SAPS they found that they had missed the suspects by mere minutes as the criminals had fled in their getaway car. The suspects apparently stole the vehicle to get away in from the victim, adding insult to injury, and fled not only in their car but in possession of electronics, jewellery, cell phones and
Properties in the Bass area and in Bredell as well as in Western Extension have had dogs poisoned and the tally is reported to be as high as over thirty dogs that have been poisoned. Of those affected there is a report that at least ten of the dogs have since died as a result of the attempts. The favorite method is to use two-step, a grayish granular poison that is easily put on a piece of meat which is then thrown over the wall of the property for
Heuwels Fantasties BY PHILIP ALLEBONE
On the 13 September the Band Heuwels Fantasties came to Brandwag Hoerskool and a day of fun with stalls and all cumulated with great music. The day was a great one, and it was clear that the students (and parents) had an awesome time, what with the ’colour run’ which is basically an excuse to raise money throwing powder paint at people, and the dunking stool, which is basically an excuse to drop people in very cold water, and the awesome food stalls, which are basically an excuse… (you get the idea)…and by evening everyone was ready for
the bands. It was a warm evening and it was perfect for all the youngsters that evidently had no lack of energy to dance and scream for their music idols. CMS kept a close eye on the proceedings to ensure that nothing got out of hand, but as far as we could see all anyone was interested in was having a good time. Finally after lots of jumping and singing along the fans got a chance to meet the band members and get t-shirts and cds signed. Thanks to the bands for the entertainment, the stalls for their awesome goodies, and CMS and Emer-G-Med for making it safe!
the dogs to find. Various vets have noted the number of dogs that have been brought in and speaking with the patrolmen they have confirmed that they have had to take the Dog Poisoning Trailer out to properties where they patrol. The typical course of action that the criminals follow is to poison the dogs and then return at a later time in the week and try to break in, when they know the dogs are now no longer a problem. It is also noted that this time of year is a time when there is an increase in break-ins so the trend is not unexpected.
If you suspect your dog has been poisoned then the animal must be taken to the vet immediately, but it is also a good idea to inform your security company as well so that the pattern and areas that are likely to see activity can be monitored.
Where is the Water?
BY PHILIP ALLEBONE
There have been several complaints, and indeed even an official letter from the DA, about the lack of water supply on the East Rand. There has been almost no mention of the lack by the municipality, except for a half-hearted apology from the municipality, blaming the residents for using too much, but as one person commented quite vociferously, “we haven’t had any water to use too much of!” The lack of water is allegedly due to a lack of power at one of the major supply reservoirs, but it highlights the lack of planning and backup
on the part of the municipality and implies that there may be future problems in this regard. Supply of water is a basic necessity and indeed a right of the community and it seems to indicate a complete lack of accountability on the part of the municipality with regard to service delivery. The problem is apparently widespread and not just in the Benoni area, but all over the East rand and Johannesburg. If this is the kind of service delivery that we can expect, we cannot help but ask what else we will soon have to do without, despite the fact that we pay for all these things?
Business Breaking Suspects Caught Red-Handed BOKSBURG NORTH SAPS On 2014-09-04 at about 01:45, Constable David Makung and Constable Patrick Maphisa were working nightshift. During the early morning hours they were notified by a security company of suspicious people. Upon arrival at an electrical company in Trichardt Street, Boksburg North, they saw two suspects
PRECINCT ABBREVIATIONS:
ABP - APEX BUSINESS PRECINCT ACP - ATLASVILLE COMMUNITY PRECINCT APHA - ALPHEN PARK HOMEOWNERS ASS. AVCP - ACTONVILLE COMM PRECINCT
BASS - BENONI AGRICULTURAL SAFETY & SECURITY BCP - BREDELL & POMONA COMM PRECINCT BNCP - BENONI NORTH COMM PRECINCT BPCP - BONAERO PARK COMM PRECINCT BSCP - BENONI SOUTH COMM PRECINCT
Crime Statistics CRIME COMMITTED Housebreaking & theft Att Housebreaking & theft Theft out of motor vehicle Att theft out of M/V Theft of motor vehicle Attempted theft of M/V Theft of Wheels Att. Theft of Wheels Hi jacking Attempted hi-jacking Armed robbery Att Armed Robbery Murder Attempted Murder Assault Smash & Grab Rape Attempted Rape Street robbery Attempted Robbery Dog Poisoning Domestic Violence Cable Theft Attempted cable theft Theft of fuel Other Theft Attempted Other Theft TOTALS
TOTAL 33 1 2 0 6 1 0 0 1 2 14 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 3 3 0 0 7 23 0 98
ACP 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 4
APHA 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
AVCP 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1
BASS 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 8
They chased then and apprehended two African males, and arrested them. They were brought to Boksburg North SAPS and a case was opened for Business breaking. Stolen items unknown at this stage.
JCP - JOINT COMM PRECINCTS JPBP - JET PARK BUSINESS PRECINCT RCP - RYNMORE COMM PRECINCT WECP - WESTERN EXTENSION COMM PRECINCT
CRIME STATS AS REPORTED TO CMS CONTROL ROOM.
1 - 24 SEPT 2014 APEX 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 2
BWCP - BEYERS PARK WESWOOD COMM PRECINCT CCP - CLOVERDENE CRYSTAL COMM PRECINCT FCP - FARRARMERE COMM PRECINCT GNCP - GREATER NORTHFIELD COMM PRECINCT IPCP - IMPALA PARK COMM PRECINCT
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Please refer to the Precinct Abbreviations above for reference. BCP 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 2 0 10
BNCP 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 4 0 10
BPCP 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 4
BSBP 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2
BWCP CBD 3 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 2 0 0 5 11
CCP 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1
FCP 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 9
GNCP 3 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 6
IPCP 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 4
JPBP 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1
RCP 7 0 0 0 2 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 4 0 16
WECP 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 4