A 22-member community safety team took to the streets of greater Table View on Saturday 22 August, in a joint high-visibility patrol aimed at preventing crime and improving safety in the area.

The operation brought together the police, private security companies, neighbourhood watch groups, the Table View Community Police Forum (CPF) and other community-safety partners.

The participating team included three police officers, two Kwena Fortis members, two Fidelity ADT members, one ASAR member, six Table View Neighbourhood Watch members, two Parklands Neighbourhood Watch members and six Table View CPF members.

The joint approach allowed members to cover several areas while maintaining a visible presence and responding to community concerns.

Stop-and-search operations

As part of the operation, members carried out several stop-and-search interventions involving people encountered during the patrol.

One operation was conducted at Boy de Goede Circle, near Build It, where a group of men was stopped and searched. Further stop-and-search operations were conducted along Porterfield Road and at Marine Circle.

Members also conducted foot patrols around the bars at Marine Circle and surrounding areas, where a visible safety presence was maintained during the early hours.

According to the CPF report, the interventions formed part of a preventative approach designed to discourage criminal activity and allow safety partners to identify potential risks in the community.

No arrests were made during the operation, and no illegal substances were confiscated.

Unsecured gate raises concern

The patrol also resulted in members identifying an unsecured driveway gate at Bornmouth Bend. They alerted the resident to the potential security risk and took appropriate crime-prevention measures.

The CPF urged residents to pay close attention to the security of their properties, particularly during the early hours of the morning.

Gates, doors and other access points should be properly secured, while residents are encouraged to report visible security vulnerabilities.

According to the CPF, the community can play an important role in preventing opportunistic crime by remaining vigilant and drawing attention to potential risks before they become incidents.

Lost dog reunited with family

The patrol was not limited to crime prevention, with members also assisting residents with a lost dog reported on North Road.

A small group temporarily detached from the main patrol to help residents and street committee members locate the dog’s owner. The dog was found and safely returned to its family.

Community safety a shared effort

The CPF said the operation demonstrated the importance of cooperation between different organisations working to keep the greater Table View area safe.

Despite the cold and rainy conditions, they continued with the patrol and remained committed to their duties. The CPF expressed its appreciation to everyone who participated and contributed their time and resources.

The organisation specifically thanked the police, private security companies, neighbourhood watches, CPF members and other community-safety partners for their continued involvement.

The CPF said the commitment shown by the various groups demonstrated the value of a coordinated approach to crime prevention.

Residents were encouraged to remain vigilant, secure their properties and report suspicious activity to the relevant authorities.

The joint patrol is part of ongoing efforts to maintain a visible security presence across greater Table View and strengthen cooperation between law enforcement, private security and the community.

For the CPF, the message is clear: community safety depends on residents and safety partners working together and looking out for one another.

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