In May, 157 incidents were reported to our Emergency Dispatch Centre. This is a 7% increase compared to the rate we recorded in April 2026. The top types of incidents throughout the month were Theft, Trespassing, and Copper Theft.
SUCCESSES
Throughout May, we arrested 21 suspects, recovered 4 stolen vehicles, and recovered 34 stolen items. 💪
Aerial Surveillance and Rapid Response Lead to Successful Arrest and Recovery
A coordinated operation between Marshall Security’s Special Operations Team and Pinetown SAPS Trio Crimes led to the arrest of two suspects linked to vehicle-related crime. After multiple reports of suspicious activity at shopping centres, the suspects were intercepted in a silver VW Polo where stolen property, car-breaking implements, and false registration plates were discovered.
Proactive Crime Prevention Patrol Leads to Arrest and Recovery
Proactive patrols by Marshall Security’s Special Operations Team led to the arrest of a housebreaking suspect after members spotted two suspects fleeing a property carrying bags. Following a foot chase, one suspect was apprehended with a stolen high-pressure cleaner and a large knife in his possession.
Marshall Security SOT and SAPS Crime Intelligence Disrupt Vehicle Theft Syndicate
A coordinated intelligence-led operation by Marshall Security’s Special Operations Team, Crime Intelligence, and Umlazi SAPS led to the arrest of a suspect linked to a vehicle theft syndicate operating across KZN. After multiple attempted vehicle thefts in Chatsworth, members intercepted the suspects’ vehicle near Umlazi, triggering a high-speed pursuit. The suspects later crashed into a civilian vehicle before fleeing on foot. One suspect was apprehended, while stolen vehicles, false plates, vehicle theft devices, and car-breaking implements were recovered.
