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In a bid to bolster local security and social well-being, the Somerset West Community In Blue (CIB) hosted a successful Easter Awareness Drive in the Somerset West CBD on Saturday (4 April).\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The initiative, spearheaded by Sergeant Rico van Deventer and Somerset West CIB coordinator George Kruger, saw a dedicated team of volunteers engaging residents to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the public.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the distribution of Easter eggs brought smiles to many faces, the heart of the event was centered on sharing information with locals and distributing pamphlets, including information on reporting gender-based violence and child abuse, step-by-step guides for applying for protection orders, resources for substance addiction recovery and direct contact points for law enforcement and support services.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Somerset West Community In Blue (CIB) hosted a successful awareness drive on Saturday 4 April, along with members of Afriforum Helderbergkom and Sergeant Rico van Deventer of Somerset West police. Photos: Yaseen Gaffar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The team also handed out mini personal alarms, a practical tool aimed at increasing personal security for pedestrians and commuters in the area.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Members of Afriforum Helderbergkom and Helderberg Crime Watch (HCW) stood side-by-side with the CIB, demonstrating a united front against crime and social instability.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Community support remains an important part of building a safer, more informed and more connected communities,” Kruger noted. “The aim was to ensure residents understand exactly where to turn when facing serious social challenges.”\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An initiative of this scale relies heavily on the generosity of local businesses and organisations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Somerset West CIB extended a heartfelt thank you to Aeromec Engineering, Afriforum Helderbergkom, AC Industries, Deuro Industries, Winelands 4×4 and Dominic Eiman for donating the Easter eggs distributed during the event. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A word of thanks was also extended to Fransina Lukas, provincial community police forum chairperson for donating mini personal alarms, Somerset West police, PATCH Helderberg and the provincial Department of Social Development and law enforcement for providing awareness pamphlets and information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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