Dear KSS Clients

Please be advised that copper pipe and metal theft is on the increase.

Incident Summary (Crime and other)
There were 9 incidents in Howick. There were 3 incidents in Merrivale. There was 1 incident in Hilton, Curry’s Post and Howick West respectively.

KSS Incidents 10 – 20 February 2020
10 February 2020 12:04 Oakleigh Drive (Howick) The KSS Control Room received a panic activation. A KSS Response unit was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that the fence had been cut and a door stolen. The client advised no need for SAPS.

11 February 2020 14:46 Karkloof Road (Howick) The KSS Control Room received a call from a member of public requesting assistance as a school bus had knocked down a traffic light. A KSS Response unit was dispatched. The KSS Officers requested back-up from SAPS and uMngeni Traffic Department. The bus driver was apprehended. KSS assisted law enforcement officials manage the situation and ensure the safety of the school children.

12 February 2020 14:34 Dick Street (Howick) The KSS Control Room received a call from a client requesting assistance. A KSS Response unit was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that a door had been broken and money stolen. The client advised no need for SAPS.

12 February 2020 12:40 Geekie Road (Merrivale) The KSS Control Room received a call from a client advising that his neighbour had someone on the property stealing metal. A KSS Response unit was dispatched. The KSS Officers Reported that the suspect fled the scene. There was nothing stolen from the property.

12 February 2020 14:40 Karkloof Road (Howick) The KSS Control Room were advised that a KSS Security Officer had apprehended a suspect in possession of a stolen item. A KSS Response unit was dispatched. The KSS Officers handed the matter over to the client.

Dear KSS Clients

The impact of load shedding on your home and business security.
Please see the end of this crime report for some important information relating to load shedding and the impact on your alarm system and batteries.

Telegram App – the future of effective communication
KSS will be adopting a new alarm system communication platform from March 2020. More information will be sent out to clients in the next few weeks. In the interim, please download the Telegram App from the Android or Apple stores.

The UCSI network of gantry mounted SNIPR CCTV cameras continues to have a positive impact on crime in our communities.

Incident summary (crime and other)
There were 6 incidents in Howick. There were 2 incidents in Merrivale. There was 1 incident in Hilton.

KSS Incidents 31 January – 9 February 2020
31 January 2020 10:30 Amber Ave (Howick) The KSS Control Room were advised that a garden table had been stolen.

31 January 2020 16:00 Main Street (Howick) The KSS Control Room were advised that a suspect had stolen an item and the fled the scene. A KSS Response unit was dispatched and patrolled the area.

1 February 2020 14:02 Lawton Road (Howick) The KSS Control Room were advised that a truck had driven over a small street light and then fled. The client required assistance. A KSS Response unit was dispatched. The KSS Officers reported that they located the truck and that the driver was under the influence of alcohol. SAPS were advised and a case was opened.