11 smash-and-grab incidents' hit Jakes Gerwel motorists in one day

MORE than 10 smash-and-grab attacks hit Jakes Gerwel Drive, near the Langa turnoff, yesterday, with one motorist opening fire on his attacker, and authorities highlighting the lack of police visibility.

- BY MURRAY SWART

Bonteheuwel Ward 50 councillor Angus McKenzie said the incidents unfolded between 6am and 7am, seeing motorists being trapped due to traffic congestion.

He said: “There was no police visibility and I’ve taken the matter up with SAPS.

“SAPS is responsible for monitoring the criminal activity and I was told that the incidents took place during their shift change.”

McKenzie met Neighbourhood Safety Officers (NSOs) from both Langa and Bonteheuwel following the attacks.

He added: “I have met with with Neighbourhood Safety Officers (NSOs) of both Langa and Bonteheuwel and we have put together an operational plan that will see the NSOs patrolling that section during peak times.”