Elders join the fight against crime
The whistle blow campaign allows for those who do not have WhatsApp or any other social media access to alert them or allow them to alert authorities as to when there is a threat.
RESIDENTS who form the Chandler Crusaders Neighbourhood Alert Group urges more communities to join their whistle blow campaign where elderly residents can get involved in alerts regarding crime.
Due to the Chandler Crescent and surrounding areas being mostly occupied by elders and senior citizens, the neighbourhood alert group strategised on better methods to get those who have no access to social media, involved in crime alerts.
Montclair Community Policing Forum chairperson, Jackie Goncalves, said she was proud of the alert group’s brainstorming towards a safer community for the seniors in their area.
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“The whistle blow campaign allows for those who do not have WhatsApp or any other social media access to alert them or allow them to alert authorities as to when there is a threat.
“The elders welcomed the initiative as they were eager to become involved in ridding the area of crime. The CPF sponsored whistles to them and encourage those who are able to donate whistles, to do so as it will enable more elders to become involved.
“A whistle can be used to report suspicious activities in the area, so if someone blows their whistle, all neighbours will be alerted and help will be dispatched.
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“This is a great initiative as it allows everyone in the community to play a part in fighting crime. This campaign is not limited to just elderly residents as anyone can use this method. Children are also encouraged to join the campaign as we have had many youngsters walking to and from school, who were robbed of their money and cellphones. However, youngsters need to be responsible when using the whistle and only use it during a crime,” Goncalves added.
She reiterated that the community was the eyes and ears of the Montclair CPF and Montclair police, and said she looked forward to hearing the sound of the whistle as the community joins to become more vigilant and involved in the fight against crime.
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