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31 December 2025 On Wednesday, 31 December 2025, at approximately 02:41, the SCP Control Room received an alarm activation from the Roosevelt Bowling Club on Milner Avenue, Roosevelt Park. An SCP Security Reaction Officer was immediately dispatched to the premises. Upon arrival, the officer observed a suspect attempting to gain entry through a window. Using authorised access, the officer entered the building and identified a broken window, confirming a case of forced entry. T

29 December 2025 At approximately 18:30, SCP Private Fire Search & Rescue received reports of a house fire at a property along 5th Avenue, Melville. Team's On-Site Tackling The Fire! Our fire crew was dispatched immediately and arrived on scene within minutes. Upon arrival, crews found fire originating from an electrical box in the roof, which had spread towards the geyser area. Flames affected the surrounding section of the property. The situation was brought under control s

27 December 2025 📍 Roosevelt High School | Franklin D. Roosevelt Park SCP Private Fire Search & Rescue recently conducted a simulation training exercise at Roosevelt High School as part of our ongoing commitment to emergency preparedness and community safety. These drills are designed to sharpen critical emergency response skills, test coordination under pressure, and prepare our fire crew for real-life, high-stakes incidents. From fire response to search-and-rescue scenario

26 December 2025 At approximately 17:17 today, reports were received via a community group of a fallen tree at the corner of Congo Road and Hill Road, Emmarentia, posing a serious risk to both motorists and pedestrians. Our Fire Crew Arriving To The Scene! Despite ongoing rainy conditions, our SCP Security Private Fire Search and Rescue Team was immediately dispatched and arrived on scene within minutes. 🌧💪 Showing true dedication and professionalism, the team worked swiftl

25 December 2025 This festive season, we extend our sincere thanks to ELF PATROL HQ for the generous Christmas gift hampers presented to our SCP Security Private Fire Search and Rescue Team, as well as our guards, controllers, and dedicated staff. Your kindness and festive spirit are truly appreciated and have brought great joy and motivation to our teams who continue to serve and protect our communities throughout the holiday season. 💙🚒👮‍♂️ 🎄🎁 Spreading festive cheer —

24 December 2025 At approximately 14:00 today, one of our clients reported a fallen tree on Mountainview Ave, Aldarapark, Randburg, posing a serious risk to both motorists and pedestrians in the area. Fallen Tree Along Mountainview Ave. Our SCP Security Private Fire Search and Rescue Team was immediately dispatched and arrived on scene within minutes. 💨 The team acted swiftly and professionally, cutting and removing the fallen trees to ensure the roadway was fully cleared an

22 December 2025 The quiet tension of a Monday afternoon, just after 1 PM on December 22nd, was broken by a call from our valued client at the Engen Garage Northcliff. A cellphone had been taken from within the shop on a still Sunday evening around 8:20 PM, a personal violation that demanded more than just a note in a logbook. From the moment the report reached us at 13:00, a different kind of machine whirred to life: the focused, analytical engine of SCP Security’s Intellige

22 December 2025 Our SCP Security team, were out this morning assisting with a community clean-up at Emma Park. 💪🌿 SCP arriving at EMMA park Thanks to the hard work and dedication of everyone involved, debris and waste were cleared to help keep the area cleaner, safer, and more welcoming for the community. Crew attending to the park Waste removal Debris and waste removal We remain committed to giving back and supporting our neighborhoods wherever we can. 🙌 Clean park A Cle

15 December 2025 Fire Engine arriving on scene At approximately 21:04, a report was received by the SCP Control Room, which immediately dispatched the SCP Private Fire Search and Rescue Team. Fire Crew Attending to the Fallen tree The team arrived promptly and successfully cleared the tree from the roadway, ensuring the area was safe for motorists. Fire Crew removing branches 👏💛 Well done and thank you to our Fire Crew members for their swift and professional response. Fi

13 December 2025 SCP Security Private Fire Search and Rescue paid a surprise visit to BemBom in Northcliff during their annual charity run in support of St. Laurence’s Children’s Haven. Our fire truck arrived to the excitement of all the children, creating a truly memorable moment. 🚒✨ Fire truck fun, safety lessons, and lots of happy faces at St. Laurence’s Children’s Haven 😊🍦🚒 Learning about fire safety while having fun with our fire truck 🧯🚒 The children were given a

13 December 2025 Fallen Tree Along Arkansas Avenue At around 11:30 today, while on routine patrol, our SCP Security Reaction Officers noticed multiple fallen trees obstructing Arkansas Avenue and Weltevreden Road in Northcliff. 🚧🌳 The obstruction posed a risk to motorists and pedestrians using the area. Fallen Tree Cleared By Our Fire Crew On Arkansas Avenue Our SCP Security Private Fire Search and Rescue team was immediately notified and arrived on scene within minutes. 🚒

12 December 2025 At approximately 02:06am on Friday, 12 December 2025, we received an alert from our community group about a house fire at the corner of 4th Street and 8th Street in Albertskroon. SCP Private Fire Search & Rescue was dispatched immediately and arrived within minutes. On arrival, crews found the garage of a property along 8th Street burning, and a white bakkie parked in front of the garage had also caught fire. The flames around the vehicle were contained befor

08 December 2025 At 23:25 on 8 December 2025, an SCP Security Reaction Officer on patrol at the Astron Energy Petrol Station observed a male matching the description of a suspect from earlier provided CCTV footage. The footage showed the theft of a 48kg LPG gas bottle from the premises. CCTV Footage of the suspects The officer approached and questioned the individual, who subsequently confessed to the theft along with an accomplice. The South African Police Service (SAPS) wer

08 December 2025 On Monday, December 8, 2025, at approximately 22:30, SCP Control Room received a report from an on-duty officer via the group chat stating he had heard a gunshot. Our SCP Security Officer was dispatched to the general area to investigate but, upon arrival, found nothing suspicious during an initial check. Arrested Suspect The situation escalated at approximately 23:22 when the SCP Reaction Officer was approached by a client on Cedar Drive. The client reported

06 December 2025 SCP Private Fire Search & Rescue attended a year-end function at Brooklyn’s Estate today, Our dedicated Fire Crew Our Fire crew helping ensure a safe and smooth event Fire Crew rolling out the pipes crew setting up Children enjoyed exploring the fire engine and the Help 24 ambulance, Help24 ambulance on scene help24 crew and kids in the ambo!! and our friends in the sky from Gauteng Traffic Police stopped by to greet the community Gauteng Traffic Police Chopp

06 December 2025 SCP Security Private Search and Rescue attended to a fallen tree along Catherine Ave and Suzanne Cres, Northcliff. Fire crew on scene. Our Fire crew clearing the area and ensuring the roadway was safe for motorists and residents. Fire Crew attending the tree crew cutting the tree branches Well done and thank you to our Fire Crew members for their swift response. 👏💛 crew making sure street is clear #SCPSECURITY #SEARCHANDRESCUE #COMMUNITYSAFETY #BESTINSA Som

05 December 2025 The evening was nothing short of magical—a true, awesomeee success! Residents and clients from near and far gathered at Picola Pizza, filling the space with laughter and lively conversation. The vibe was absolutely amazing, buzzing with genuine warmth and togetherness. And yes… Santa was there in full spirit, delighting the little ones with sweet treats and pausing for plenty of joyful family pictures. His presence wrapped the night in a special kind of cheer

04 December 2025 This evening, SCP Private Fire Search & Rescue responded to a significant substation fire located opposite Darrenwood Toyota. Fire crew Flames and thick smoke billowed into the dusk sky, with the blaze quickly spreading to dry nearby trees, threatening to escalate the situation Engine 13 on scene Thanks to the rapid response of our dedicated teams and the coordinated efforts of Fire Operations, the flames were aggressively contained and prevented from advanci