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🚨 ATTEMPTED ROBBERY | NEWLANDS 🚨

Updated: Oct 6, 2025

14 August 2025

At approximately 12:50, our SCP Security Control Room was alerted via a community group that 4 male suspects attempted to rob an elderly male along Long Rd, Newlands.

SCP Security Area Vehicle on site assisting with capturing the suspects
SCP Security Area Vehicle on site assisting with capturing the suspects

Our Reaction Officer was immediately dispatched, and SAPS, BW Officers and Crime Prevention Wardens were notified. On arrival, it was reported that the elderly victim had been threatened with a knife by four males while walking from the shopping centre.

SAPS, Crime Prevention Wardens assisting with the arrest
SAPS, Crime Prevention Wardens assisting with the arrest

Fortunately, he managed to run to a nearby shop for safety, where the owner assisted him. Officers gave chase and all suspects were apprehended. Items seized included drugs and knives.

The remaining suspects on the ground
The remaining suspects on the ground

🙏 We are relieved that the victim was unharmed.


👏 Thank you to our officers, SAPS, BW, Crime Prevention Wardens and the vigilant community for your swift action.


"When seconds count, swift action turns potential tragedy into a story of safety."


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