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Estate News

that tails the victims and sometimes
includes a second and third vehicle. They
trail the victim to their house or estate
and then use the gate as a blockade.
Essentially, your own gate becomes part
of their scheme. Victims stop in front
of their gate, and the suspects will halt
behind them, creating a block. While an
armed suspect engages with the victim,
the driver prepares to drive away or
position himself for a hasty exit.
Typically, the suspects act calmly,
subtly display their firearm, seize
what they want, and then depart.
Unfortunately, their behaviour has been
increasingly desperate and aggressive.
The so-called jewellery gangs and the
infamous Rolex gang employ a similar
modus operandi, tracking citizens from
shopping malls.
Proactive measures are of utmost
importance.
If residents suspect they are being
WOMEN’S DAY followed, they can contact security on
082 838 7779. These individuals are

August is Women’s Month. professional criminals, so it’s not worth
taking any chances. Let the security
This period celebrates the team know if you are returning from
strength and resilience of OR Tambo or leaving the mall and you
Photo by Ashley Piszek women and their significant airport, it’s advisable to contact an Uber
sense something is off.
For residents utilising OR Tambo
contributions to society.
driver before exiting the terminal. Only
leave the terminal once the driver has
confirmed their arrival and you are sure
of the vehicle’s location. Residents can
he 9th of August provides a Armed robbery also request the Uber driver to pass the
unique opportunity to pay In July, Irene Farm Villages Estate sadly Irene Farm Villages estate entrances and
Ttribute to and honour those became part of the unfortunate crime continue towards the SAPS JOC Sector
women who bravely fought to statistics. For several months now, two offices, which are next to the Total
promote gender equality and women’s both the police and media have been garage.
empowerment. This day is set aside issuing warnings to citizens about the We recommend using the South gate
to highlight women’s achievements, OR Tambo “Gang.” This organised group entrance after dark.
recognise the challenges they face, of criminals has been terrorising the The HOA is dedicated to ensuring the
and focus greater attention on citizens of Gauteng. safety of all residents within the estate,
women’s rights and the pursuit of Mr. Danie Jordaan, CEO of Bidvest and we will collaborate closely with
gender equality. Protea Coin, informed the HOA the SAPS to safeguard against external
As men, we wish for all women to be management about the modus operandi threats.
instilled with the strength, power, and utilised by these suspects. Firstly, a set
courage that can and will shape them of suspects identify potential victims at Oppies Opperman
into remarkable women. airports. This is then followed by a group Assistant Estate Manager

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