Targets and arrests in Edenvale

Domestic workers are being targeted by criminals.

According to the Edenvale SAPS‘ acting station commander, Lieutenant Colonel Robbie Roberts, domestic workers are seen as soft targets and as a result, need to be informed and aware of safety tips.

He said residents should inform domestic workers to be alert at all times.

“Everyone should know their sector vehicle numbers or their security contact details. If any person or vehicle seems suspicious, it is better to contact the police to avoid being targeted,” he said.

In addition, Lt Col Roberts said nine arrests were made last week for possession of drugs.

He said most of the arrests were made in the Edenvale CBD area, and the estimated amount of drugs came to about R10 000.

“Two of the suspects arrested were dealers and the rest were users,” he said.

He also said a suspicious vehicle was checked by the police and the suspects were arrested for possession of drugs and stolen property.

“The suspects were in possession of a vending machine and drugs. One suspect has been connected to other crimes in other areas,” he said.

Contact numbers for sector vehicles

•  Edenvale residents living or working in Marais Steyn Park, Dowerglen, Dunvegan, Elma Park or the part of the Avenues from Horwood Street to Hendrik Potgieter Street fall under Sector 1. The Edenvale Hospital and the Sizwe Hospital also fall under Sector 1. The Sector 1 vehicle contact numbers are 071 675 6840 and 071 675 6841.
•  Edenvale residents living or working in Greenstone, Eastleigh, Illiondale, De Klerk’s Hof and the part of the Avenues from Hendrik Potgieter Street to Aitken Road fall under Sector 2. The Sector 2 vehicle contact numbers are 071 675 6842 and 071 675 6843.
•  Edenvale residents living or working in Isandovale, Harmelia, Highway Gardens, Edenglen or Hurlyvale fall under Sector 3. The Sector 3 vehicle contact numbers are 071 675 6844 or 071 675 6845.