{"id":249576,"date":"2020-04-19T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-04-19T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/germistoncitynews.co.za\/249576\/decline-in-domestic-violence-in-edenvale-and-sebenza\/"},"modified":"2020-04-19T08:00:00","modified_gmt":"2020-04-19T06:00:00","slug":"decline-in-domestic-violence-in-edenvale-and-sebenza","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/develop.citizen.co.za\/germiston-city-news\/news-headlines\/2020\/04\/19\/decline-in-domestic-violence-in-edenvale-and-sebenza\/","title":{"rendered":"Covid-19: Decline in domestic violence in Edenvale, Sebenza from previous lockdown weeks"},"content":{"rendered":"

The number of incidents related to domestic abuse in Edenvale and Sebenza has shown a decrease, while criminal activity continues to remain low.<\/p>\n

Edenvale and Sebenza SAPS spokespersons recently told the NEWS<\/a> several domestic violence matters were brought to the stations\u2019 attention.<\/p>

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Police officers from Edenvale Police Station read through paper work provided by a motorist who was stopped at the station’s April 14 stop-and-search operation held to enforce the regulations of the lockdown.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Also read: Covid-19: Crime rate drops in Edenvale, Bedfordview and Sebenza as lockdown continues<\/a><\/p>\n

The incidents, which occurred in the first week of the lockdown, were described by police as arguments which had escalated.<\/p>

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Sgt Sharon Tsotsotso, Sebenza SAPS spokesperson, said domestic violence cases decreased the second week of lockdown.<\/p>\n

\u201cI think couples are accustomed to each other and being in the same space now.\u201d<\/p>\n

Tsotsotso said crime continues to remain low in the area.<\/p>\n

\u201cNo serious crimes were reported since the lockdown started, except for a business robbery in Spartan,” she said.<\/p>\n

Edenvale spokesperson Sgt Jacob Mashile said in Edenvale things are under control.<\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0Covid-19 lockdown day 19: Edenvale cops hit the streets to ensure adherence to lockdown regulations (videos)<\/a><\/p>\n

He said the station has only tended to four incidents related to domestic violence since the lockdown started.<\/p>\n

\u201cI believe people have become more tolerant and understanding of each other.”<\/p>\n

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A police officer from Edenvale Police Station reads through paper work provided by a motorist who was stopped at the station’s April 14 stop-and-search operation held to enforce the regulations of the lockdown.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

He explained police are continuing as normal, conducting roadblocks, patrols and stop-and-searches on top of enforcing the lockdown.<\/p>\n

On April 14, Edenvale SAPS held a stop-and-search operation to ensure those travelling complied with regulations.<\/p>\n

Mashile highlighted that since the lockdown started several individuals were arrested for non-compliance.<\/p>\n

\u201cCrime is still low, but there was a hijacking in sector one during the weekend of April 11 and 12.\u201d<\/p>\n

Although Mashile could not provide details on the case, he said the vehicle was recovered in Alexandra.<\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0Covid-19 Lockdown: Are you locked-up with your abuser? Here is where you can find help<\/a><\/p>\n

He urged community members to be vigilant, alert and not to stop for any unknown individuals.<\/p>\n

Bedfordview SAPS spokesperson Capt Andr\u00e9 de Jager stated crime in the area also remains low.<\/p>\n

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A police officer from Edenvale Police Station signals for a truck driver to pull over and stop at the station’s April 14 stop-and-search operation held to enforce the regulations of the lockdown.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cWe are still carrying on as usual, maintaining the station, being vigilant in the area and assisting those who come to the station,” said de Jager.<\/p>\n

De Jager emphasised that residents should continue adhering to the lockdown and stay at home.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf you have to travel, please continue to do it responsibly by having your mask on. This is not optional anymore,”he said.<\/p>\n

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