12-05-2025
Swift response leads to recovery of vehicles stolen from The Bluff
Swift response leads to recovery of vehicles stolen from The Bluff
TWO cars that had been stolen from a home in Brighton Beach were recovered in Umlazi following a high speed chase recently.
According to Blue Security, the vehicles were stolen during a house robbery incident in Brighton Beach on May 5.
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According to information received, two unknown armed suspects entered the premises in Brighton Beach and held up the family, demanding valuables.
Community Crime Prevention Unit (CCPU) for Blue Security received an urgent notification of a house robbery in the Brighton Beach area.
Community manager for Blue Security, Idan Smallan, said, 'Two vehicles, a white BMW and a silver Jetta were stolen, together with firearms, valuables and unauthorised cash transfers. The suspects were described as two armed men.'
Using Strategic Networked Intelligent Plate Recognition (SNIPR), Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) technology, Blue CCPU analysts swiftly identified the registrations of both vehicles.
'The offices established a precise timeline of their movements. Within minutes, an alert was broadcast to all patrol units, ensuring maximum coverage and vigilance.
'Blue Security have sponsored those ANPR cameras for The Bluff and within a week of installation it has already led to a successful recovery of the stolen Jetta, as well as helping with other cases that may be ongoing,' Smallan added.
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Acting on real time intelligence, Blue teams converged on the Umlazi precinct. Less than one hour after the initial report, officers located the silver Jetta and secured it, complete with keys. The recovered vehicle was removed to Brighton Beach police station for formal processing.
In collaboration with the police and K9 UNIT Support, the Brighton Beach police detectives were notified immediately upon recovery.
Meanwhile, Umlazi K9 attended the scene to assist with perimeter security. This co-ordinated multi-unit effort exemplified the seamless co-operation between Blue CCPU and local police resources.
Residents are urged to verify that all vehicle keys are stored securely, activate the immobiliser systems when not in use, and arm their home alarm.
'Install CCTV cameras with clear views of driveways and entry points. Report any unfamiliar persons or vehicles loitering in your neighbourhood to your local security WhatsApp group or directly to the police,' read a statement.
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