Check out these trending crimes stories for April

The Sandton Chronicle has reported on a number of crime stories for this year thus far.

Here’s a recap of some of our top stories:

Number 1: How safe is your patio?

While the Sandton Police Station is hard at work to keep your homes safe, many residents often spend time on their patios but are they safe?

Captain Granville Meyer shares some insight on how to stay safe.

Number 2: Be aware of fuel theft!

The Sandton Police Station would like to make petrol station owners aware of fuel theft.

Number 3: Man robbed in Morningside

A man was followed from a shopping centre and robbed outside his estate in Fir Road, Morningside.

The Sandton Police Station is investigating a case of armed robbery.

Number 4: Hawks arrest suspect for fake bomb threat in Sandton

A 47-year-old man was arrested for allegedly making bomb threats.

According to Hawks spokesperson Captain Ndivhuwo Mulamu, the suspect, who is a former employee of a reputable consulting firm, was arrested following a year-long investigation by the Gauteng Serious Organised Crime Investigation.

Number 5: Young constable dies after responding to domestic violence case in Paulshof

Constable Percy Ramalepe lost his life after responding to a domestic violence call in Hluhluwe Street in Paulshof on 9 April.