31/07/2025
This week has been very stressful in Portland.
On Monday, in the early morning hours a female was robbed while awaiting public transport in Morgenster between Merrydale and Eisleben - Block H of Portland
On Tuesday, a house break in was reported in Riversdale Way - Block B of Portland. I.D, Drivers license, a wallet with money it in and some clothing - Block B of Portland.
During this week it is alleged a child was used to stop a taxi by Quicktrip in Portland, then 3 armed guys came from Block K side and robbed the entire taxi of their cellphones - This is a developing story as it is being investigated - Block K of Portland.
Today - The Hair Code hair salon on Merrydale was robbed - This is still a developing story as SAPS started their investigation. - Between Block L and Back of Block C Portland.
Our Advice to all residents...
1) Report every incident to SAPS, Law Enforcement and Metro Police - No matter how insignificant it seems - More reporting sparks more police visibility.
2) As far as reasonably possible and if you can afford it - equip your home with Cameras and secure it too. The footage helps because it can be used as evidence in your case.
3) Ensure you have building and household insurance for your property and goods to ensure that Atleast if your things are stolen or broken, it can be replaced by the Insurance Company.
4) Join hands with us - Portland United Neighbourhood Watch call on more residents to join us in our safety observation our various Blocks and working towards developing our blocks - returning the street committees so that every street in Portland becomes a safe space for all.
All the best.
