The crime-riddled community of Wesbank has welcomed the establishment of a new mobile police station in their area.
A mobile Community Service Centre was launched this week, bringing much-needed relief to residents who for many years had to walk to Mfuleni Police Station, Delft or Kuilsriver for basic services. Even something as simple as certifying documents used to be a struggle – but not anymore.
Hotspot
Frans Mashaba, chairperson of the local Community Policing Forum (CPF), says the community is welcoming the mobile station with open arms. “Because Wesbank is a hotspot, this is more than welcome and we hope it can make a real difference,” says Mashaba.
Thankful
The Wesbank Women Movement, who fought hard for the mobile unit, says in a statement they have “grateful hearts” following the launch. “For the first time in the existence of Wesbank, after many years of tears, we can say our cries have been heard. As the Wesbank Women Movement, we cannot say thank you enough for this remarkable occasion in our community,” says Sharon Davids from the movement. “We want to use this opportunity to thank God Almighty, without whom this would not have been possible. We would like to thank Andrew Bateman, who spoke for us in parliament, Ebrahim Sawant, our ward 19 councillor who always supported the initiative, representatives from Mfuleni police and the CPF, as well as the Wesbank community for their support.”
The mobile station is expected to significantly improve access to police services and reduce crime in the area.
