horrifying picture of violent crimesMore than 7 000 people have been murdered between July and September 2022. This is over 800 more people murdered compared to the same period last year.
The crime statistics also indicated that about 558 children were killed in the country from April to the end of September this year. Police are investigating attempted murder dockets of 294 children and a further 1 895 assault GBH cases with children being the most victims.women. De Kock highlights some practical solutions that could address these challenges: “Police, communities, and security companies should work hand in hand, working closely together.