25/08/2026
Cable Theft Suspect Caught at Silverglen Power Box
Area: Silverglen
Date: 24 August 2026
Blue Security Control Centre received information regarding a suspect allegedly stripping cables from an Openserve power box in the Silverglen area.
Blue Security Tactical Officers and Armed Response Officers were immediately dispatched to the scene to investigate the report.
Upon arrival, responding members found the suspect still on site and successfully apprehended him before he could leave the area.
A CPI Investigator subsequently attended the scene alongside Bayview SAPS. The suspect was handed over to SAPS and taken into custody for further investigation and processing.
The successful apprehension highlights the importance of community intelligence, rapid response and proactive patrols in protecting critical infrastructure and preventing cable theft.
Outcome: Suspect apprehended and handed over to SAPS for further investigation.