Crime down in W Cape – SAPS

POLICE in the Western Cape have reported reductions in serious crimes such as murder, attempted murder, sexual offences, assault, and robbery in the fourth quarter of the 2024/25 financial year.

- WENDY DONDOLO

At a media briefing held in Green Point yesterday, SAPS Western Cape police commissioner Thembisile Patekile was joined by several high-ranking officials, including MEC for Police Oversight and Community Safety Anroux Marais, CPF Board chairperson Francina Lukas, and MP Dereleen James, as they analysed the provincial crime statistics.

It followed the release of the national crime statistics released by Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on Friday.

According to police spokesperson, André Traut, Patekile acknowledged that while proactive policing efforts and numerous anti-crime initiatives have been implemented across the province, more work remains to be done.

The commissioner emphasised the importance of sustained collaboration, calling on government departments and communities alike to continue supporting SAPS efforts.