Neighbourhood watch groups form following unrest
The establishing of new neighbourhood watches in the area comes as a response to the civil unrest experienced in July.
Several newly-established neighbourhood watch groups were recently formed with the purpose of keeping the community crime-free. The Amanzimtoti Community Police Forum (CPF) with the community formed nine interim neighbourhood watch committees.
“The objectives of the CPF includes providing oversight of the police and addressing immediate conditions in the community that gives rise to public safety issues. While the role of the NHW is to act as the eyes and ears of the community through patrols and working in close cooperation with SAPS and other structures involved in law enforcement to create a stable and crime-free environment,” said PRO of the Amanzimtoti CPF, Estelle van Eeden.
A priority of the CPF is to establish new neighbourhood watches. This process was expedited due to the unrest, which saw an increase in community interest and volunteerism. The establishing of new neighbourhood watches in the area comes as a response to the civil unrest experienced in July. CPF chairperson, Merlene Matthew, praised the community for their valour and the role they played in the community during those difficult days.
“They have been instrumental in working alongside law enforcement to keep Amanzimtoti safe. Citizens are urged to join their local neighbourhood watch as this is a critical component in creating a secure environment both in times of peace and conflict,” said Matthew.
Neighbourhood watches have been formed in the following areas: *Amanzimtoti South (Isundu Road, Wanda Cele, Athol Paton) *Toti Berea (Adams Road, Peacehaven, Lewis Drive, Umdoni, Bernadotte Street.) *Amanzimtoti Central (Beach Road, Iphala, Kingsway, Ridge and Inyoni, Rosslyn) *Doonside/Doonheights/Shulton Park *St.Winnifred’s/ Illovo Glen/Astra Park *Winklespruit *Illovo Beach/Panorama Park *Athlone Park, Warner Beach, Dan Pienaar, Illovo Beach, Lower Illovo and Illovo Township have existing neighbourhood watch groups. Community members wishing to join their local neighborhood watch can send an email to info@toticpf.org.za.
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