This article provides a summary of safety and security incidents in the Potchefstroom area from December 6 to December 18, 2025. The following information was compiled from reports shared by Potchefstroom First Responders and various local security role players. Image: Potchefstroom First Responders 🛡️ Rural Safety and Crime Trends A serious appeal has been issued regarding a sharp increase in crime within the Potchefstroom rural district over the first 10 days of December.

As the holiday and festive season approaches, residents across all communities are being reminded to exercise extra vigilance  and implement proactive security measures. The festive period often corresponds with a statistically recorded increase in criminal activity , particularly in property crimes such as house break-ins and various forms of opportunistic crime. This heightened risk is often attributed to families travelling or relaxing their usual security routines, making

All incidents and updates below were obtained through Potchefstroom First Responders , who continue to provide timely, community-focused alerts for the safety of residents. Over the past three weeks, the region has experienced everything from severe weather and service disruptions to serious crime and traffic-related incidents. This summary reflects confirmed alerts and municipal advisories ranging from road closures and thefts to warnings about rainfall, scams, and emergency

Potchefstroom residents are reminded of the key emergency contact numbers available for urgent assistance, disaster-related incidents, and critical service delivery issues. These numbers ensure that households, businesses, and community organisations can quickly reach the appropriate response units during emergencies involving fire, electricity, water, sewer, or municipal hazards. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Disaster Management Center – 24/7 Emergency Contacts The JB Marks

Residents in Potchefstroom are urged to remain vigilant following recent reports of spare wheel thefts in several parts of the town. A possible suspect has been detained by community responders, and additional information from affected vehicle owners is now required to support the ongoing investigation. Image: Potchefstroom First Responders Spare Wheel Theft Cases Detected in Potchefstroom Neighbourhood safety groups in Potchefstroom noted multiple incidents involving stolen

A shooting incident occurred this morning, Monday 10 November 2025, on Luitingh Street in the Potchefstroom Industria area. Law enforcement officials are currently on scene, and the public has been advised to avoid the area while investigations are ongoing. Image: Potchefstroom First Responders Incident Details: According to official confirmation from Brigadier Sabata Mokgwabone , a police spokesperson, a shooting took place at premises known as Chubby Chick in Potchefstroom

Mooirivier Beskerming has released the September 2025 crime statistics  for Potchefstroom, providing an important overview of local safety trends and emergency responses across the region. The report, which includes both crime-related incidents and medical emergencies, forms part of the company’s ongoing commitment to transparency, vigilance, and community safety. Image:  Mooirivier Beskerming Overall Incident Summary: During September, Mooirivier Beskerming recorded a total

Manholes and sewer openings are a common sight in communities across South Africa. Most people pass by them without a second thought. But what many don’t realise is that these access points can conceal a lethal threat: sewer gas. Invisible, fast-acting, and often undetectable by smell alone, this toxic mixture can overpower and kill within seconds. Understanding the makeup and dangers of sewer gas is critical for public safety. It’s not only maintenance workers who are at ris

Every year on 17 October , South Africa pauses to recognise and celebrate the brave men and women who stand at the front lines of medical emergencies, the Emergency Medical Services (EMS)  personnel. Known as National Emergency Medical Services Day , this special occasion is dedicated to honoring the paramedics, ambulance drivers, dispatchers, rescue technicians, and all those who respond first when disaster strikes. These heroes, often unseen yet always ready, form the heart

All information in this report was gathered through Potchefstroom First Responders , reflecting another busy yet inspiring week in the community. From local accidents and fraud investigations to outreach efforts and safety campaigns, the past few days have highlighted both the risks and resilience within Potchefstroom and surrounding areas. With continued cooperation between residents, emergency services, and safety networks, every report serves as a reminder that awareness a

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