South Africa: Stop Firearm Violence Campaign At Glebelands Hostel

press release

Umlazi SAPS members who are passionate about the community they serve embark on a crime awareness campaign "STOP FIREARM VIOLENCE" at Glebelands Hostel. The Police members went from door to door, visiting all residents who were home during the course of the day. The aim of the campaign was to sensitize the community with regards to effects of firearm violence and why they should report illegal firearms to police.

Informational material with regards to firearm violence were handed out to all the residents. Residents that were not at home received a brochure under their door. The community was encouraged to use the Crime Stop number 08600 10111, to report any illegal possession of firearms or illegal use of firearms. The residents were also reminded that when they use the crime stop number they may remain anonymous when reporting crime.

...

AllAfrica publishes around 400 reports a day from more than 100 news organizations and over 500 other institutions and individuals, representing a diversity of positions on every topic. We publish news and views ranging from vigorous opponents of governments to government publications and spokespersons. Publishers named above each report are responsible for their own content, which AllAfrica does not have the legal right to edit or correct.

Articles and commentaries that identify allAfrica.com as the publisher are produced or commissioned by AllAfrica. To address comments or complaints, please Contact us.