The Linden policing precinct has reported a steady reduction in serious crimes during 2025.

This is thanks to strengthened partnerships between police, the community policing forum (CPF), other law enforcement agencies, security companies, community groups, and residents.

According to Linden CPF chairperson Annelize Tichauer, these joint efforts helped the precinct manage what she described as a fast-paced and demanding year for policing.

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Police say targeting crime trends early, increasing visibility, and running regular community awareness campaigns contributed to improved safety outcomes.

Despite the progress, crimes, such as fraud, theft of motor vehicles, theft out of motor vehicles, and common robbery, remain concerns. The CPF believes that improved security awareness among residents can help reduce these offences further.

More than 1 100 suspects were arrested in the precinct this year. These arrests covered a wide range of offences, including murder, rape, house robberies, armed robberies, housebreaking, theft, assault, and gender-based violence.

Police also made progress in tackling criminal syndicates involved in drugs, gold-bearing material, stolen goods, and illegal medicines. The Gauteng Liquor Board, working with police, continued to monitor problematic establishments, with one business even losing its licence.

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As the festive season begins, police will increase integrated operations to ensure residents remain safe. Planned activities include road safety enforcement, with a focus on drunken driving and reckless behaviour, as well as efforts to curb the spread of illegal firearms and ammunition.

The CPF and police encourage residents to remain alert and support public safety initiatives.

Looking ahead, Tichauer says both the police and CPF will continue to prioritise community-centred policing in 2026. She emphasises that community participation is essential for lasting safety.

“We call on all law-abiding citizens to support partnership policing, so that there is no space for crime in our neighbourhoods.”

The CPF hopes 2026 will be a year marked by stronger co-operation, compassion, and shared success, as they work with residents to build safer communities.

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