Horison Blockwatch (HBW) patrollers and their families had a memorable get together for breakfast at Meet ‘n Eat at the Village @ Horizon on 24 August.
The restaurant regularly supports HBW and sponsored the breakfast.
HBW has over 80 patrollers of which the youngest is only 22 and the oldest an amazing 82. These dedicated volunteers patrol the area 24 hours a day, seven days a week. All patrollers are equipped with two-way radios while on the road and are in constant communication with other patrollers and members in the area should they witness irregularities and assistance is required.
The committee gave recognition to each patroller by issuing them with a HBW reflective jacket and a certificate. Danie Bezuidenhout, Chairperson of HBW, especially thanked the wives and husbands of the patrollers for what they sacrifice for the community.
“Their visibility is making a difference in the crime in the area. HBW is busy implementing systems to enable information and crime incidences to be communicated to members on a regular basis.
“Crime is on the increase in the area and August was a busy month with various incidences reported, but some arrests were made as well. We urge everyone to be vigilant and to be aware of what is going on in their surroundings. Should you see anything suspicious, contact the 24-hour manned emergency number,” asked Bezuidenhout.
The emergency number is 072 326 8268. Should you wish to become a member please send an e-mail to admin@horisonblockwatch.co.za or visit their facebook page at www.facebook.com/horisonblockwatch for updates on daily incidences and HBW news.
The blockwatch invites residents to join their General and Patrollers’ meeting on Thursday 12 September at the 7pm at Betésda Church Hall at the corner of Swart and Andries Bruyn Streets, Horison.
