The Western Cape’s Community Police Board wants the South African Police Service (SAPS) to implement its 72-hour activation plan, every time an innocent child's life is taken.
COURTESY: PixabayThe board was reacting to the killing of a 16-year-old
girl, who was caught in a crossfire between rival gangs in Athlone, on Friday
afternoon. A 20-year-old man was also killed in Canal Road.
"We are sickened that yet another innocent child's
life has been taken due to the actions of criminals operating within the
Province. This is unacceptable, and we demand immediate action to address this
crisis,’’ said Justin Kumlehn, a member of the Western Cape Provincial
Community Policing Forum.
‘’Furthermore, the Board urges all other law enforcement
agencies to provide full support and assistance to SAPS in executing this plan,
ensuring a coordinated and impactful response to these senseless killings. We
need to break the back of the criminal enterprise operating within our province
and causing the tragic deaths of innocent people, including our future generation,’’
he added.
Kumlehn says communities must stand united to fight the
scourge.
‘’We will no longer be held captive and ransom by the
criminals in our midst. The Board extends its deepest condolences to the family
of the deceased. While nothing can undo this tragedy, the Board hopes that the
community's solidarity and support will provide some support structure for the
family as we acknowledge the only real solace will be when the suspect is
apprehended.’’
Done By: Mitchum George
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