Atlas Security August 2025 Crime Stats

Crime

Atlas Security responded to 470 incidents in August 2025, marking an increase of 10.1% compared to July’s 427 incidents. This steady rise highlights the continued importance of visible security presence and rapid response across Nelson Mandela Bay.

17 Arrests by Atlas Security

Our teams successfully assisted in 17 arrests during August. These results once again prove the value of having highly trained officers on the ground and advanced technology supporting them from our control room.

Incident Breakdown

  • Theft – 143 cases
  • Medical incidents – 83 cases
  • Attempted Theft – 58 cases
  • Burglary (Confirmed) – 57 cases
  • Attempted Burglary – 47 cases
  • Robbery of a Person – 20 cases
  • Assault – 13 cases
  • Vehicle Accidents / Incidents – 13 cases
  • Trespassing – 11 cases
  • Armed Robbery – 5 cases

Of note this month, Atlas Security responded to a high number of medical incidents. While many associate us purely with crime prevention, this shows the depth of our service and what sets us apart. When seconds count, our officers are there not just to protect against crime but also to assist in medical emergencies, giving our clients peace of mind that we are always ready to respond.

Top Affected Areas

  • Sydenham – 41 incidents
  • Walmer – 32 incidents
  • Newton Park – 23 incidents
  • Summerstrand – 22 incidents
  • Bothasrus – 21 incidents
  • Central – 15 incidents
  • Humewood – 13 incidents
  • North End – 11 incidents
  • Sidwell – 10 incidents

Least Affected Areas

Some suburbs recorded only isolated incidents, including:

  • Beverley Grove
  • Glenhurd
  • Adcockvale
  • Mangold Park
  • Charlo

Busiest Day

The busiest day of the month was 30 August, with 25 incidents recorded across the metro.

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Atlas Security has partnered with BMW Nelson Mandela Bay to install a brand-new CCTV pole on Ring Road, Greenacres. This installation is more than just an upgrade for a single business—it’s a boost for the entire community. The new CCTV pole is equipped with three high-performance cameras: one License Plate Recognition (LPR) camera and two overview cameras with analytics, all positioned to cover critical angles along the road.

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