Successful anti-crime operations in La Rochelle

IN June, Ward 57 councillor Faeeza Chame and Member of Parliament for Johannesburg South, Manny de Freitas, visited La Rochelle and met with residents who explained the problems they are experiencing in the area.

“The community presented concerns such as loud music being played all hours of the day and night, illegal activities such as drug dealing, prostitution and public drinking,” explained Manny de Freitas. He added that most of these activities take place on Johannesburg Road.

De Freitas and Chame also took a walk so they could personally see the problems plaguing the residents.

Following this, de Freitas approached the provincial SAPS structures and informed them of the problems in the area.

“The SAPS have reported that two anti-crime operations took place in September. These proved to be successful as, for example, marijuana was confiscated and arrests were made. The SAPS advise me that they are planning future operations, at least until December,” explained de Freitas.

“In the meantime, residents are requested to take note of any illegal activities that they may witness perpetrated by any SAPS officers. Also, residents should take notes including dates, times and, if possible, photographic proof of any misdemeanours would be helpful,” he said.