6,000 new crime-fighters placed in Gauteng

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6,000 new crime-fighters placed in Gauteng
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Thousands of officials are expected to enter the provinces streets to maintain law and order.

The Gauteng Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has welcomed the newly launched crime-fighting unit in Gauteng by Premier Panyaza Lesufi and Community Safety MEC Faith Mazibuko.

“This government-led initiative is more like a replica of what was historically known as Street Committees, where community members organised themselves to provide safety and security in their neighbourhoods. “The fight against crime in our communities can only be won if residents play a more proactive and effective role in working together with police to resolve issues of crime and creating environments where everyone is and feels safe at all times,” Masuku said.

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