Limpopo police to step up security in rural areas #Zizojika Izinto
The renewed National Rural Safety Strategy was launched at Makado
LIMPOPO – “Communities must work hand-in-glove with law enforcement, in order to turn the tide again rural crime”.
These were the words of Police Minister, General Bheki Cele during the recent launch of the renewed National Rural Safety Strategy at the Makhado Show Grounds. He assured the residents that the renewed strategy will see crime prevention measures go where they have never gone before. “Whether it be on foot or by air, in vehicles, motorcycles, quad-bikes or on horses, the police will focus on hotspots in rural areas to turn the tide against crime,” Cele explained.
In his address to the crowds, Police Commissioner General Khehla Sitole confirmed that through the new strategy there will be a shift of resources to identified areas. “It will mean that the detective and tracking arm of the SAPS will also be strengthened in these areas, especially in areas experiencing high cases of stock theft.”
The Rural Safety Priority Committees are expected to meet quarterly to monitor incidents of violent crime and together with police plan interventions.resources.
Source: Statement issued by Police Ministry
