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Residents have their say SAMANTHA LEE @Samantha_Lee121
Substance abuse, gangsterism and unemployment are the three top contributors to crime in the Mitchell’s Plain policing precinct. And residents say they have had enough. Residents and organisations did not hold back their opinions during a provincial policing needs and priorities meeting held by the Department of Community Safety (Docs) in Lentegeur last week. More than 200 people along with Mitchell’s Plain police filled the civic centre to lay their cards on the table. During a survey, they highlighted poor police visibility, lack of resources, delayed response time and an increase in gangsterism as their main concerns. Mitchell’s Plain police cluster commander Major-General Abraham Goss says the police are going the extra mile and will continue to clamp down on gangsterism in the area. “We have intensified our approach to combating these crimes and although we see an increase in these arrests and confiscations, they are still not enough,” he said. Goss said the clampdown on drug houses and gangsterism in Mitchell’s Plain must be encouraged until they no longer exist. The meeting aims to compile a comprehensive report of all police clusters which need attention. Some took the opportunity to praise efforts of police, while others kept nothing behind as they aired their views. According to provincial minister for Community Safety, Dan Pla-
VOTE: Residents were asked to complete an electronic survey on their expectations of police. to, 85% of police stations in the Western Cape are under resourced. “We do not have the manpower at most of the stations. There are 40 to 55 murders and 95 rapes a week in the province. We all live and work under tough circumstances but this is your opportunity to give us solutions as well. Let us work together to fight this scourge,” he said. Plato explained that the data collected at these workshops, along with the suggestions, will be compiled into a national report on re-
sources and the allocation thereof. Community Policing Forum (CPF) cluster chairperson Michael Jacobs said they will be holding Docs officials accountable. “Your holiday has now come to an end. We will not allow these officials to act as if they are doing us a favour. This is your job and you are not doing us any favours by doing your job,” Jacobs said. Loud cheers could be heard as residents showed their support for Jacobs. However, Plato said the meeting was not held “to attack anyone but
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rather to find viable solutions”. Goss also revealed the crime trends and hotspots for Mitchell’s Plain. All areas featured except Portlands, Colorado Park and Westridge. But Portlands resident Ahmed Ismail claimed Goss’ report “wasn’t well researched”. “The gangsters are infiltrating our area. You need to look into it because it is not as safe as you think. We risk our lives daily with very little support. What are you going to do with that regards?” he
asked the panel. Jacobs says the change in dynamic needs to be considered. “Gangsters are dying like flies. Don’t deny it. The dynamics are changing and the police need to adapt appropriately to see an end to the problem,” he said. Plato vowed the community’s concerns would be addressed but warns they, too, have a part to play. “There are some things we can do and others that we can’t. The community must not be upset if we say so. “However, crime should never become a normality. Our children are getting killed and even threats are not to be taken lightly. Residents accept these ills to easily,” he said. Goss said police can only do so much and needed the help of residents. He warned residents to not cover up for criminals and take a stand in their community. “You don’t need to take the entire area, start with your street. Crime prevention is everyone’s responsibility. Before you complain, join your neighbourhood watch and join in the fight against crime,” he urged. Plato also reported that 681 police cadets will complete their training next year. He hopes this will aid in the alleviation of staff shortages in the year to come. Plato also urged residents to join their CPF and guarantee a capable executive is elected to ensure these report backs and suggestions can continue to take place more regularly. V What do you think the police need to improve on? Starting with the word “Post”, SMS your views to 32516. SMSes cost R1.
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