UCSI reports on November activities in the uMngeni Community, KZN Midlands

uMngeni Community, where the community keeps themselves safe.

November started off quietly and peacefully then got rather busy towards the end of the month. Not as busy as October with positive stops but enough to keep us on our toes. Unfortunately the continued rain and then over hot days in between have caused some cameras to get water damage. We had more than usual amount of misreads on reg plates. This has been addressed and problem is been sorted out for the busy festive season.

Our camera system needs some tlc. Our back up power systems are not coping with the ongoing load shedding. If anyone has a contact or is involved in power backup solutions please contact me. Details below.

Incident reports:

04 Nov
Hilton Quarry
A person suspected for ATM scamming was detained after using the communication group for coordinating the security companies and SAPS members

07 Nov
Howick
A report of a possible suspect vehicle in Howick area was found to be legitimate and regular visitor to Howick.

15 Nov
Lidgeton to Howick
Some action following a dangerous person driving in midlands using camera and communication system. Vehicle and driver found in Howick. Driver detained with assistance from SAPS.

16 Nov
Howick
Report received of a vehicle carrying possible stolen roofing sheets. I Searched cameras including the overview for location and visuals of the suspect vehicle. Once found I sent the information to the Howick emergency security group. The vehicle was eventually found later in the evening and acted on. The stolen goods were located and returned to owners.

21 Nov
Karkloof
A trailer reported as stolen was loaded to the Karkloof security group where Magma members followed and apprehended the suspects. Info from the Detective members in Howick for confirmed it as stolen. Thanks to the Karkloof security members and SAPS dealing with the case.

27-Nov
Howick
Report on the Howick Emergency group about a vehicle leaving a petrol station without paying. I located a photo of the vehicle on cameras and shared to the groups so that they could action when seen. The vehicle was eventually found in Merrivale and escorted back to the fuel station where Howick SAPS attended and dealt with.

28 Nov
Howick
A vehicle reported as stolen was loaded to saps and Howick emergency group. It was stopped by flying squad member and cleared as a recovered.

29 Nov
Hilton
A vehicle reported as stolen was loaded to response group by Sompisi Security control. The entire team responded including SAPS. Report back is that vehicle was recovered but not cleared off system.

The UCSI Board members and I would like to wish All a Merry Christmas. Have a safe Festive season, if you are traveling, be safe on the roads.

Be safe and vigilant at all times. If something feels "off" report it to your local CPF group, Security or SAPs member, no matter how small.
You could be saving a life that you will never know about.

How can you get involved?
The UCSI will not be sustainable without monthly community support from business entities, shopping centers, hospitals, schools, estates, security companies and private individuals. Please join the UCSI as a contributing member.

 

Contact Deon from the UCSI by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or whatsapp 0630689652
Or
Please follow the links below to go to the website where you can find a membership form to download.

 

You are welcome to donate monthly or once off yearly.

 

Affiliated members have access to ask for assistance in any reported crime involving a vehicle.

 

The UCSI will issue Section 18A certificates for CAPEX and OPEX donations of any amount.

Stay safe – we got this!

Yours sincerely
Deon Tegg Operations Manager
063 068 9652

The UCSI Board of Directors
Themba Ndulini (Chairperson), Krish Ramkuber and Terence James