ADT reaction officers, Richard Cele and Anban Govender’s quick response time resulted in the apprehension of suspects at an Atholl Heights home.
On 21 May at 2.30pm, a tenant in Ruthleigh Drive, activated the panic alarm after seeing three unknown men trespassing on the property.
Cele and Govender responded within four minutes to the panic signal and successfully apprehended all three suspects who were attempting to flee the property over the boundary wall.
The suspects were handed over to the Westville South African Police Service.
Home owner, Mrs Joubert, thanked ADT for their quick response. “I was not home at the time and received a panicked call from my tenant. Thankfully she had pushed the panic button and ADT’s reaction officers arrived within minutes. By the time I arrived home all three suspects had been arrested. I would like to extend my sincere thanks and appreciation to ADT for their rapid response and assistance.”
Martin Kriel, managing director of ADT Security East Coast Region had the following advice: “Should you come across a suspect on your property, remain calm and immediately contact your security service provider or the SAPS. Never confront them or attempt to capture the suspects because they may be armed and dangerous.”
