🚨 Attempted Break-In – Florida Glen 🚨
- jaun34
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
18 October 2025
At approximately 21:47pm on Saturday evening, 18 October 2025, our Control Room received an alarm activation from a client’s property along Hendrick Potgieter Street, Florida Glen.
Our SCP Security Reaction Officer was immediately dispatched to investigate. Upon arrival, he conducted a perimeter inspection and noticed that a section of the fence had been cut — a clear sign of forced entry. The officer then entered the premises to conduct a thorough check and ensure the property’s safety.

While inspecting the area, he spotted movement beneath one of the bakkies parked on-site. On closer investigation, the officer discovered a male suspect hiding underneath the vehicle. Backup was immediately called, and the suspect was detained and questioned.

During questioning, the man claimed to be a waste picker who had allegedly been approached earlier that evening by two armed suspects. According to him, they instructed him to assist them in breaking into the property, promising him a share of the stolen goods. However, once the alarm was triggered, the two suspects fled, abandoning him inside the premises.
SAPS was informed and arrived shortly after, arresting the suspect on scene. Fortunately, nothing was stolen, and thanks to the swift response of our officer, further loss or damage was prevented.
🙏 We commend our officer for his bravery, vigilance, and quick action in ensuring the safety of our client’s property and the surrounding community.
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