Westridge library burgled
The City of Cape Town has urged anyone with information regarding a burglary at one of its libraries in Mitchell’s Plain to report it to local authorities. This after Westridge Library was burgled, on the night of 21/22 March 2024.
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PHOTO: Google MapsMayco Member for Community Services and Health, Patricia van der Ross, estimates that the items stolen, as well as the damaged incurred, amounts to R200 000.
‘’The glass door was vandalised by the perpetrators to
force an entry access - and the emergency exit door was dismantled to obtain an
escape. Some of the items stolen include computers, televisions, headsets,
laminating machines and kitchen appliances.’’
PHOTO SUPPLIEDVan der Ross says while the items are insured, a community
is now deprived of their use of the facility while the insurance process runs
its course.
‘’It is also not always possible to replace these stolen
items. Our community facilities, and especially our libraries, offer a safe
space for our residents to learn, socialise and relax. It is extremely
distressing to see these facilities being the targets of crime, vandalism and
destruction.’’
‘’We need our residents to be our eyes and ears on the
ground and to tip off the various law enforcement agencies if they know who the
perpetrators are. We must work together to ensure that our recreational and
community facilities are looked after for the benefit of us all,’’ she added.
PHOTO SUPPLIEDWestern Cape police confirmed that they are investigating a
case of business robbery.
“Mitchells Plain police are investigating a business
breaking case which occurred at a library in Westridge on 22 March. According
to reports the library was broken into and items stolen and (damages) caused is
approximately R200 000. The suspects are yet to be arrested,’’ said Sergeant
Wesley Twigg.
Done by: Mitchum George
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