Honeydew residents join forces against crime as robberies remain a concern
Community members, police and security stakeholders are strengthening partnerships to tackle crime hotspots and improve safety across Honeydew.
With Honeydew still ranked among Gauteng’s hardest-hit policing precincts for residential robberies, residents, police and security stakeholders are working together to find solutions to crime affecting local communities.
The latest discussions took place during a Honeydew Community Police Forum (CPF) Sector 3 meeting at the Strubenvalley United Church on June 10, where residents met with members of the police, private security companies and other role players to discuss crime trends and community safety concerns.
A preliminary crime report presented by Warrant Officer Molly Ramakosi highlighted some of the most frequently reported offences in the sector, giving residents insight into the challenges facing their neighbourhoods and an opportunity to engage directly with law enforcement.
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The meeting formed part of the Honeydew CPF’s ongoing efforts to strengthen cooperation between residents and the broader security cluster.
According to Honeydew CPF public relations officer Michael Steyn, monthly meetings are held across all four sectors in the Honeydew policing area.
“These meetings allow CPF sector committees, residents’ associations, security companies, police and ward councillors to come together to discuss security, policing and by-law issues specific to each sector,” said Steyn.
He added that the forums provide residents with first-hand information about crime trends while creating a platform for reporting concerns, identifying hotspots and sharing information with law enforcement.
The meetings also help build trust between communities and security stakeholders, encouraging a collaborative approach to crime prevention and problem-solving.
Steyn said the security cluster continues to implement a multi-layered strategy to combat crime. This includes increased visible policing, intelligence-driven operations and closer cooperation between police, community safety structures and private security companies. Surveillance technology is also being used to monitor crime hotspots and support investigations.
Despite these efforts, residential robberies remain a significant concern. According to SAPS’s fourth-quarter crime statistics for January to March, Honeydew ranked fifth in Gauteng and 14th nationally for robberies at residential premises.
The next Honeydew CPF community meeting is expected to take place later this year, providing residents with another opportunity to engage directly with law enforcement and help shape local crime-prevention efforts.
