Linden police have made 360 arrests in the months of April to June. With the aim of reducing crime within the Linden precinct, they have been working hard patrolling around the area.
Led by station commander Colonel Shaid Abdool various special operations have been conducted, and suspects were arrested for committing various offences including carjacking, illegal immigrants, rape, and murder.
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The police request the members of the community to assist them on making the area crime free. The Linden police cover areas such as Linden, Victory Park, Robin hills, Ferndale, Cresta, Windsor, Blairgowrie, Blackheath, and many more according to the four sectors.
Sergeant Takalani Sibiya, communication officer at Linden, explained that when one witnesses a crime reporting may look impossible because of shock and being scared of what may happen to them should they decide to do the right thing.
“When you have the opportunity to report a crime, it is important to report it, and let authorities take over. If calling let the operator control the conversation. Stay calm and concentrate on relating important details that will be most helpful to the police. Stay on the line until the police arrive or until the operator tells you to hang up the phone.”
She added that very few people can observe and recognise details when confronted or involved in a trauma situation.
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The call centre operator may ask you for the following information:
• The time of the incident,
• The type of crime,
• The location of the crime,
• Vehicles details such as model, colour, and the registration,
• The number of suspects involved,
• Description of suspects. The height, clothing or hair colour, and any scars or tattoos,
• Any weapon used, and
• Information if the victims need medical assistance
“Ask the operator if they understood what has been relayed, and how long the police or the ambulance will take to arrive at the scene of crime. Consider the impact of witnessing the event and seek professional help.”
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