KSS Incidents 17 - 31 January 2024

Dear KSS Clients

KSS Security Advice
Enhancing your home and business security is crucial for the safety of both occupants and your property. Here are some KSS recommendations:

Install a Robust Security System: Invest in a comprehensive security system that includes burglar alarms, CCTV cameras, and motion sensors. Ensure that all entry points and vulnerable areas of your home or business are covered, even those out-buildings.

Quality Door and Window Locks: Install high-quality locks on all doors and windows. Also ensure that doors and windows are closed during the day or night when the house or business is unoccupied.

Outdoor Lighting: Adequate outdoor lighting can deter potential intruders. Install motion-activated lights around entrances, pathways, and other dark areas to eliminate hiding spots.

Secure Sliding Doors and Windows: Reinforce sliding doors and windows with additional locks or security bars or gates. These can help prevent them from being forced open.

Smart Home Technology: Utilize smart home and business technology for added security. Smart alarms and CCTV cameras can be monitored remotely, allowing you to stay connected and receive real-time alerts.

Garden landscaping: Trim bushes and trees near windows and in the garden to eliminate potential hiding spots. Ensure clear visibility around the perimeter of your home or business.

Securing Valuables: Keep valuable items out of sight from windows. Consider investing in a safe for important documents, jewelry, or other high-value items. Make sure you install the safe correctly.

Neighborhood Watch Participation: Engage with your local community through neighborhood watch groups. These are also great at keeping you alerted. Always remember to communicate directly with your security service provider if your need assistance.

Automation Timers: Use timers for lights, radios, or TVs to create the illusion of an occupied home, particularly when you're away.

Secure Garage Access: Ensure that your garage is secure. Keep the garage door locked and consider additional security measures for garage windows. Make sure vehicles parked outside are also secure. Consider external motion sensors or CCTV cameras in these parking areas.

Regular Maintenance: Conduct regular maintenance on your security system, ensuring that all components are functioning correctly. Replace batteries in alarms and sensors as needed. Call KSS 24/7 for assistance.

Emergency Preparedness: Have a well-thought-out emergency plan at home and for your business, including a communication strategy and designated meeting points in case of an unexpected event.

By implementing these measures, you can significantly enhance the security of your home and business, creating a safer environment for you, your family, employees and your community.

CONTACT KSS 24/7 on 033 3305911.

Hot Items
External lighting
Brush cutters
Plastic sails
Wheelbarrows
Small generators
Tools and workshop / garage equipment
Please also be aware of opportunistic intruders and don’t leave items lying around or in view of the road.

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Incident summary (crime and other)
Birnamwood 1
Hilton 4
Howick 4
Karkloof 2
Merrivale 2

KSS Incidents 17 – 31 January 2024
17 January 2024 21:21 R617 (Merrivale) The KSS Control Room received a panic activation from an on-site KSS Officer who stated that there was a suspect on site. A KSS Response Team was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that a door was damaged. The suspect fled. Nothing was stolen. KSS conducted additional patrols in the area.

18 January 2024 19:43 Dick Street (Howick) The KSS Control Room received a call from a client requesting assistance. A KSS Response Team was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that flood lights had been stolen. The client requested the KSS Technical Department to assist with the installation of external beams.

19 January 2024 11:51 Old Main Road (Howick) The KSS Control Room received a call from Fidelity requesting assistance to an alarm activation they had received. A KSS Response Team was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that the fence had been damaged and the area breached. Fidelity was advised and they confirmed that they would make contact with their client.

19 January 2024 13:11 Panorama Road (Hilton) The KSS Control Room received a call from a client requesting assistance as there were intruders. KSS Response Teams were dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that access was gained by bending the palisade fence. The kitchen door was broken but access could not be made through the burglar gate. Nothing was stolen. SAPS were formally advised and came out to the site. A search of the area was conducted but the suspects could not be located.

19 January 2024 14:59 Old Howick Road (Hilton) The KSS Control Room was advised about the fence that was cut during the night. A KSS Response Team was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that nothing was stolen. KSS conducted additional patrols in the area.

20 January 2024 Main Road (Howick) The KSS Control Room received a UCSI SNIPR activation of a vehicle that was wanted for filling up with fuel and drove off without paying. KSS Response Teams, Magma, Ballid and SAPS were dispatched. The driver was apprehended in Howick CDB. The matter was taken over by SAPS and the client contacted. The UCSI thanks all community role-players involved in keeping the UCSI SNIPR cameras operational.

20 January 2024 06:57 Karkloof Road (Karkloof) The KSS Control Room was advised about a break-in. A KSS Senior Inspector was dispatched. The KSS Inspector reported that access was gained through the main gate, and then locks to the doors broken. Numerous items were stolen. SAPS were formally advised. A case was opened.

21 January 2024 00:07 Karkloof Road (Karkloof) The KSS Control Room received an alarm activation. A KSS Response Team was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that the workshop and laundry doors were slightly open, and the locks removed. Nothing was stolen. SAPS were formally advised. A case was opened.

22 January 2024 14:24 Harvard Street (Howick) The KSS Control Room was advised by a patrolling KSS Response Team that a shopping trolley had been left in the road. The client was advised, and the trolley was returned to the retail outlet.

22 January 2024 16:23 Laurel Crescent (Merrivale) The KSS Control Room was advised about a break-in. A KSS Response Team was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that items had been stolen. A KSS Technical Team assisted the client.

25 January 2024 13:25 Leonards Road (Hilton) The KSS Control Room received a call from a client requesting assistance. A KSS Response Team was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that the fence had been cut. Nothing was stolen. KSS conducted additional patrols in the area.

30 January 2024 07:40 D534 Hilton College Road (Hilton) The KSS Control Room received a call from the client requesting assistance. A KSS Response Team was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that numerous items were stolen from an unalarmed out-building. SAPS were formally advised. A case was opened.

31 January 2024 09:21 Birnamwood Road (Birnamwood) The KSS Control Room received a call from the client requesting assistance. A KSS Response Team was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that access was gained by damaging the fence, breaking the gate motor and then forcing the doors open. Items were stolen and an attempt was made to steal a vehicle, but it was unsuccessful. SAPS were formally advised. A case was opened.

Stay safe. Report crimes to SAPS. Set your alarms.

Remember – You are safer with us!

Kind regards
Gary and the dedicated KSS Team