Pinetown SAPS warns of spike in crime
Pinetown SAPS said that while it has increased police visibility, it urged the community to remain vigilant.
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PINETOWN police has warned the public to be on alert as the festive season approaches.
“Street robberies in the Pinetown CBD are also a huge challenge,” he said.
“There are also crime awareness campaigns that are conducted together with other government departments and stakeholders to sensitise the community about crime in the area,” he said.
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