TBKWatch Update: MVAs, Medical’s and Donations

18 September 2026

Hi Neighbours!

Another week has come and gone, and Mother Nature certainly kept us on our toes! From howling winds and lightning to MVAs, medical emergencies, and local SAPS Imbizos, it’s been a busy stretch across the bowl. Put your feet up, relax, and get up to speed on all the latest TBK happenings right here.

💥1. Milner and Upper Buitengracht MVA

Best laid plans for an early Saturday night were quickly shelved when we received a call about an MVA at the corner of Milner and Upper Buitengracht. Our Operations Manager was on scene promptly, successfully moving both vehicles off the roadway to restore traffic flow. Both drivers chose to file their accident reports in person at Cape Town Central SAPS. Most importantly, no one was hurt, and the scene was wrapped up shortly after. Huge thanks to our proactive community members for reporting it so quickly!

🚑2. Medical Call

Just after leaving the collision scene, our Operations Manager received an urgent call from our admin assistant about a suspected stroke patient nearby. He arrived to find ER24 already attending to the individual. He stepped in to help the paramedics stabilise the patient and safely prepare him for transport before the ambulance departed for the hospital. Our thoughts and heartfelt wishes for a full, speedy recovery are with the patient and their loved ones. A massive thank you to WatchCom, CBAR, and ER24 for their seamless teamwork and rapid response.

Community Reminder: If you suspect a family member, neighbour, or colleague is suffering a stroke, never wait—every second counts toward recovery. You can reach WatchCom around the clock, 24/7, on 021 422 4222.

🪚3. Chainsaw Donated

Yet again, our community reminds us why this is truly the best neighbourhood around! A massive shoutout and heartfelt thank you to our very own Michelle, who just generously donated a brand-new Stihl chainsaw to the Watch. Not only did Michelle arrange this incredible piece of kit for our operational response, but she is also out there week in and week out as one of our most dedicated and active patrollers on the road. Callsign Tigger, thank you so much for your immense generosity and commitment to keeping our streets safe. We are beyond grateful to you—and to every single resident who helps make our Watch the success it is!

📅4. SAPS Imbizo

This week’s SAPS Imbizo, facilitated by Col Stevens, proved invaluable for connecting residents with key stakeholders across the City, SAPS, SANParks, the CPF, and Social Development to address shared community challenges. Discussions ranged from tourism and by-law enforcement to youth outreach and updates on four pending murder cases, alongside broader concerns regarding drugs, weapons, student safety, and the Kraal. Colonel Stevens and Brigadier van Niekerk welcomed both verbal feedback and written submissions to follow up directly with the community, underscoring their commitment to closer collaboration. With more of these forums on the horizon, we strongly encourage both patrollers and residents to attend and help keep our collective safety network strong.

🚗5. Theft Out of Motor Vehicles

With opportunistic property crime remaining a focus across the City Bowl, a few simple habits go a long way in keeping your vehicle off a criminal’s radar:

• Clear the Cabin Completely: Never leave items in plain sight—not even loose change, sunglasses, gym bags, or charging cables. If an opportunist sees a wire, they assume there is a phone or laptop on the other end.
• Boot It Before You Arrive: If you need to store valuables or shopping bags in the boot, do so before reaching your destination. Thieves often watch parking areas to spot drivers stashing laptops or jackets in the trunk.
• Manually Check the Door Handle: Remote jamming devices prevent your car from locking when you press your key fob. Always wait for the indicator flash or physically pull the door handle to confirm it is actually locked.
• Park Strategically: Whenever possible, park in well-lit, high-visibility areas covered by public lighting, active foot traffic, or community security cameras rather than dark, quiet corners.