KSS Incident Report 23 - 30 November 2020
Dear KSS Clients
Crime update
Cell phones are the targeted item at the moment. Please keep cell phones concealed when in public or in shops. Also, many clients are choosing not to open cases with SAPS. This is disappointing and the public are encouraged to support the efforts of our local SAPS and security companies in the fight against crime.
Joint Operations
KSS is actively involved in supporting local SAPS with various joint operations. These operations are proactive and are making a positive impact in the fight against crime.
On 26th November KSS and Magma Security assisted Hilton SAPS with a joint operation. Various arrests were made and illegal alcohol and weapons were confiscated. Numerous cases were opened.
On 27th November KSS and Hilton SAPS conducted another joint operation in and around the Hilton area. Arrests were made for illegal consumption of alcohol in public and selling alcohol illegally. The alcohol was confiscated by SAPS and numerous cases opened.
Alarm and security advice
Please remember to set your alarms. Also ensure that all out-buildings and storerooms are protected by an alarm. You can also link your gate to your house alarm. For all your alarm system installations and upgrades, CCTV cameras, gate alarms, biometrics, access control, guarding and other security advice, KSS are able to assist you.
Useful Security Tips for the Upcoming Holiday Season
• Advise your security company if you are going away and ensure that you supply all the necessary information regarding key holders and emergency contacts. Also ensure that your alarm system is in good working order.
• Inform your neighbours of your holiday plans so that they can keep an eye on your property.
• Stop all newspaper deliveries and ask a friend or neighbour to collect your post. A bulging post box is a real giveaway that you are not at home.
• If you are hiring a house sitter, ensure that you teach them how to use your alarm correctly. Also advise your security company about who they are and what their contact number is.
• Double check that you have locked and secured all windows and doors before leaving home. Thunderstorms and wind can trigger false alarms.
• Ensure that all your out-buildings (garage, cottage, garden shed) are secured. Also ensure that external PIR beams are in working order and cut away excess foliage near these external beams so that false alarms are not triggered.
• Never leave a key in a door which has glass panels or glass near the door lock.
• Having security gates fitted on outer doors is a highly effective security measure that gives you an extra line of defense.
• Sliding doors can be secured simply by placing a piece of timber cut to size in the sliding rail. Make sure that sliding doors cannot be lifted vertically. Preferably have a sliding gate across the front all sliding doors.
• Full fencing and sturdy driveway gates are a good deterrent. Make sure that your gate motor and battery are also secured. You can also link your gate motor to your house alarm system.
• Have good exterior lighting, preferably on a timer or movement sensitive. Criminals do not like lighting.
• Do not leave ladders, spades or tools lying about outside as they can be used to break into your house. Do not leave other valuables in view from the road as opportunistic criminals will steal these.
• Clear signage indicating that you have a security company also helps to discourage criminals.
If you need assistance please contact the KSS offices on 033 3305911 at any time of day or knight. For further security advice you can contact KSS on 033 3305911 or Gary on 082 8947 628 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
KSS Incident Summary (crime and other)
There were 6 cases in Howick. There was 1 case in Merrivale. There was 1 case in Howick West. There was 1 case in Mooi River. There was 1 case in Curry’s Post.
KSS Incidents 23 – 30 November 2020
24 November 2020 15:07 Morling Street (Howick) The KSS Control Room received a panic activation. A KSS Response unit was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that a suspect had stolen a cell phone and fled. KSS units patrolled the area. As per the client no need for SAPS.
24 November 2020 14:50 N3 Northbound (Howick) The KSS Control Room were alerted about a truck being looted. KSS Response units were dispatched. KSS Officers reported that Howick SAPS and two other local security companies assisted in recovering over 30 stolen items. SAPS took over the incident.
25 November 2020 00:27 Business (Mooi River) The KSS Control Room received an alarm activation. Nsele security was dispatched. The Response Officer reported that there had been a positive break-in. The front door had been forced open. SAPS were dispatched and the client confirmed that nothing had been stolen. As per the client no need to open a case.
25 November 2020 Campbell Road (Howick) The KSS Control Room were advised that the gate motor and electrical cables had been damaged. A KSS Response unit was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that the cable had been dug up and cut. As per the client no need for SAPS.
25 November 2020 13:10 Old Main Road (Merrivale) The KSS Control Room received a call from a member of public requesting assistance. A KSS Response unit was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that a cell phone had been stolen but that the suspect had been apprehended. SAPS were formally advised. The suspect was handed over to SAPS. A case was opened.
25 November 2020 16:23 Bell Street (Howick) The KSS Control Room received a call from the client requesting assistance as there were suspects on site. KSS Response units were dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that an unalarmed shed had been broken into. Access was gained through the window. Items were stolen. SAPS were formally advised. A case was opened.
26 November 2020 15:11 Old Main Road (Howick) The KSS Control Room were advised that a cell phone had been stolen off the counter. A KSS Response unit was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that two adults and youngster had stolen the phone and fled in a vehicle. SAPS were formally advised. A case was opened.
27 November 2020 20:00 Midmar Road (Howick West) The KSS Control Room were advised about a positive break-in. Access was gained through the unalarmed garage door. Various items were stolen. The client requested additional patrols in the area. As per the client no need for SAPS or to open a case.
27 November 2020 06:00 Hillbrow Road (Howick) The KSS Control Room were advised about a positive break-in. A KSS Response unit was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that access was gained through a derailed sliding door. Items were stolen. SAPS were formally advised.
30 November 2020 06:38 (Curry’s Post) The KSS Control Room were advised about a positive break-in. A KSS Response unit was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that the fence had been cut and the unalarmed shed broken into. Items were stolen. SAPS were formally advised.
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Kind regards
Gary and the dedicated KSS Team