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Festive season crime alert

Southern Mail

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November 12, 2025

As the festive season nears and celebrations get underway, the Grassy Park Police station commander has warned of a likely rise in crime, with concerns about serious offences such as attempted murder and theft from motor vehicles.

- ROSHAN ABRAHAMS

Station Commander Colonel Andre van Wyk told Southern Mail he is concerned about the spike in certain crimes typically seen during the festive season and urged the community to stay alert and take steps to ensure their own safety.

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