Centurion police working with community to tackle GBV
The focus was also to ensure that parents take full responsibility of their children at all times.
The Erasmia social crime prevention unit and the Khulama Family NGO embarked on numerous campaigns to create awareness about gender-based violence (GBV) in the Mooiplaas informal settlement this week.
“The community was also informed about human trafficking,” said police spokesperson Constable Tumisang Moloto.
“The focus was also to ensure that parents take full responsibility of their children at all times. Always know the whereabouts of your children and never leave them unattended. They should not play alone in the streets without any supervision.”
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Pamphlets were distributed and locals were encouraged to report any incidents to the police.
Erasmia station commander Lieutenant-Colonel Thandi Mokgoetsi encouraged the community, particularly victims of GBV, to work closely with police.
“We can no longer hide perpetrators, they need to be exposed and brought to book,” said Mokgoetsi.
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