By Obakeng Maje

Taung-Yesterday police, Department of Social Development, Community Policing Forum and Public works kickstarted a Operation Paseka in Taung Complex.

The provincial visible policing unit, tactical response team, public order policing unit and the flying squad were out in full force to enforce law and order.

Police said the operation comprised stop and searches, vehicle patrols, foot patrols, visits to taverns and liquor outlets to ensure they were operating within their licence conditions.

“We must make sure that we stay observant and when doing our shopping let’s make sure we do not leave expensive items lying around” Police said.

The operations are executed to prevent and combat crime in order to ensure a safe and secure environment for all inhabitants, especially as we are approaching the Easter holidays.

“The operational team will work hand in hand with the community and we will visit liquor outlets and issued fines where they were found to be in contravention of the law” CPF chairperson mme Karaboeng Gaoboihe said.

“The problem is that the police vehicles are not enough,so let’s work together with police. If you see any crime being commissioned make sure you provide police with necessary information” Gaoboihe said.

The police said to curb robberies, murders and other contact related crimes is their priority.

Smash and Grab has been rife in Taung complex and because criminals see that other members of the community are doing nothing, they now commit a crime in front of them.

The leader of Batlhaping ba-ga Phuduhuchwana Kgosi Motlhabane graced the campaign.

“Through the extensive visibility of police vehicles in the area we will manage to curb the occurrence of rapes and murders.” Police said.

The municipal traffic will continue with roadblocks in support of the Arrive Alive Campaign.