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TimesLIVE
26-05-2025
- TimesLIVE
‘We became one heart': Rescue teams, community stand by family affected by sandbank collapse
A desperate Durban father used his hands to dig through sand that had collapsed on his two children on Saturday. In a heart-wrenching Facebook post, Marshall Security first responder Andreas Mathios said time stood still when an embankment collapsed and buried two children in Durban North. 'What followed was nothing short of a testament to the strength of human spirit, courage and compassion. I will never forget the sight of a heartbroken father, driven by desperation and love, digging with his bare hands — frantic, trembling, hopeful. Each handful of earth he moved was powered by anguish and an unrelenting belief his children could be saved. 'Then came the rescuers — our firefighters, metro police search and rescue, paramedics and volunteers — coming together as one. Their coordination, strength and determination carved through the chaos. I saw the hope in their eyes, even as mud covered their faces and exhaustion gripped their bodies. They never stopped,' he said. Mathios said there were premature sighs of relief when the girl was found alive. 'There was a glimmer of hope, a breath of light in the dark. But hours later, after tireless excavations and prayers whispered between breaths, the outcome we feared most came to pass. Her little brother was found. I'll never forget how a metro police officer gently wiped the mud off his own face, knelt beside the boy, and crossed his small arms with reverence. Then, with unimaginable tenderness, he called the father to say his final goodbyes.' 'No words can describe the sound of a grandfather's sobs, a soul breaking in real time, or the pain etched into the faces of a family torn apart,' he said.
The Citizen
21-05-2025
- The Citizen
Fuel theft suspects nabbed after dramatic chase in uMhlanga
TWO suspects were arrested on Monday afternoon (May 19) following a fuel theft incident at a service station on Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Marshall Security confirmed. Also read: Greenwood Park CPF Sub-Forum 2 concerned over muggings According to Tyron Powell, spokesperson for Marshall Security, their Emergency Dispatch Centre received an alert at approximately 14:18 after a customer in a white Isuzu bakkie allegedly drove off without paying for R350 worth of fuel. 'As the fuel attendant was closing the cap, the driver sped off without settling the bill,' he said. A description of the vehicle was circulated to Marshall Security's Armed Response Officers and Special Operations Team (SOT), who launched an immediate search. At around 15:30, the bakkie was spotted on Zenith Drive near Gateway. 'As officers moved to intercept the vehicle, two suspects abandoned it and attempted to flee on foot,' said Powell. A foot chase ensued through the streets of Umhlanga, resulting in the successful apprehension of both suspects. Upon inspection of the vehicle, officers discovered false number plates had been fitted in an apparent attempt to obscure the bakkie's identity. 'The original plates were found concealed behind the seats,' said Powell. The suspects were handed over to Durban North SAPS. Marshall Security thanked Durban North SAPS Crime Prevention and Greenwood Park SAPS for their assistance in the arrest. For more from Northglen News, follow us on Facebook , X or Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Click to subscribe to our newsletter – here At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
17-05-2025
- The Citizen
Four arrested for Chris Hani Road cellphone theft
A GANG of suspects linked to several cases of cellphone theft and robbery across Durban, were arrested on Friday afternoon (May 16) following a high-speed chase that ended in Sydenham. The suspects had also allegedly stolen a cellphone from a spares shop on Chris Hani Road (North Coast Road) on the same day just after 14:00. 'The business owner reported that several suspects had arrived in a blue VW Polo and approached him in a seemingly friendly manner. During the interaction the suspects stole his cellphone from his pocket and fled the scene in the same vehicle,' explained Marshall Security spokesperson Tyron Powell Also read: Business robbery syndicate bust in joint operation KwaMashu SAPS, Tracker SA and the Marshall's Special Operations Team then searched for the suspects. 'The vehicle was spotted by KwaMashu SAPS travelling at high speed through the Avoca Hills area. Our members joined the pursuit along Queen Nandi Drive, where the suspects attempted to evade capture by driving recklessly at extreme speeds. The high-speed chase eventually ended when the suspects turned down a dead-end road in the Sydenham area,' he said. Police recovered several cellphones, including the one stolen earlier on Chris Hani Road. 'Further investigation revealed that the individuals are linked to numerous robbery cases involving stolen cellphones across Durban.' For more from Northglen News, follow us on Facebook , X or Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Click to subscribe to our newsletter – here At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
12-05-2025
- The Citizen
Woman dies in Effingham stabbing incident
A WOMAN was fatally stabbed in Effingham this afternoon in a tragic incident that is believed to be domestic-related. Also read: Four treated after fire at popular uMhlanga mall The attack occurred shortly before midday on Effingham Road, prompting an urgent response from local security and police services. Marshall Security confirmed that its Emergency Dispatch Centre received a distress call at approximately 12:00, reporting a stabbing in the area. Armed Response Officers and members of the company's Special Operations Team were immediately dispatched to the scene. 'Upon our teams' arrival, it was confirmed that Greenwood Park SAPS had already apprehended the suspect following a separate call for assistance,' said Tyron Powell, spokesperson for Marshall Security. 'Despite the rapid response, the female victim had sustained multiple stab wounds and was tragically declared deceased at the scene.' Marshall Security expressed its condolences to the victim's family and pledged full co-operation with law enforcement. 'We commend Greenwood Park SAPS for their swift and professional action in ensuring the suspect was brought into custody without delay,' Powell added. Police investigations are ongoing. For more from Northglen News, follow us on Facebook , X or Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Click to subscribe to our newsletter – here At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
IOL News
04-05-2025
- Automotive
- IOL News
Swift action by security firm leads to recovery of stolen BMW and Toyota Hilux
A BMW without number plates was parked in the Greenwood Park area. The vehicle was reported stolen last week in the Morningside area. Image: Marshall Security In a remarkable display of community vigilance and collaboration, Marshall Security has successfully recovered multiple stolen vehicles in Greenwood Park. Recent incidents highlight the importance of swift action and strong partnerships between local security firms and law enforcement agencies. In the most recent incident, on Friday at approximately 7.46pm, Marshall Security's Emergency Dispatch Centre received an alert from a Greenwood Park Community Police Forum (CPF) member about a suspicious silver BMW with no number plates parked on Tenby Place in the Greenwood Park area. Marshall Security managing director Tyron Powell said armed response officers were dispatched to investigate. 'Upon arrival, officers located the silver BMW, which had been abandoned and was missing its registration plates. Officers managed to obtain the VIN number of the vehicle and our Emergency Dispatch Centre contacted SAPS who confirmed that the vehicle had been reported stolen last week in the Morningside area,' Powell said. He said Greenwood Park police were contacted and arrived on the scene. The BMW was also taken to the police station for further investigation and processing. Powell said Marshall Security's continued partnership with Greenwood Park CPF, residents, and law enforcement plays a vital role in intercepting stolen vehicles and bringing those responsible to justice. Marshall Security's Special Operations Team recovered two stolen vehicles, a Tata and a Toyota Hilux, in separate incidents. Image: Marshall Security Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ At the start of the week, Marshall Security's Special Operations Team (SOT) recovered two stolen vehicles in separate incidents. On Wednesday, at approximately 10am, information was received about a Toyota Hilux which had been stolen from Valerie Road, Hillcrest, in the early hours of Tuesday. 'Acting immediately, SOT members together with KwaMashu SAPS Trio Crimes members proceeded to KwaMashu's F Section, where they found the vehicle abandoned behind a property. The Hilux was taken to KwaMashu SAPS for further investigations,' Powell said. Meanwhile, at approximately 4pm on Tuesday, while patrolling Old North Coast Road near an informal settlement, SOT members, together with Greenwood Park SAPS Trio Crimes members, noticed a suspicious silver Tata. 'A vehicle check confirmed it had been reported stolen in the Phoenix area,' Powell said. 'Officers maintained surveillance, but when no suspects returned, they secured the abandoned Tata and transported it to Greenwood Park SAPS for further investigations.' Powell said Marshall Security's swift response underscores their dedication to quickly recovering stolen vehicles and their effective collaboration with SAPS. 'Marshall Security extends sincere thanks to SAPS Greenwood Park Trio Crimes, and SAPS KwaMashu Trio Crimes for their prompt, coordinated efforts that turned two theft cases into two recoveries—safeguarding our community and its property.'
