ATLAS SECURITY | NMB CRIME REPORT 9 - 15 March 2026
Crime
_9-15_March.jpg)
ATLAS SECURITY | NMB CRIME REPORT 9 -15 March 2026
Atlas Security responded to 104 incidents across Nelson Mandela Bay between 9 and 15 March 2026. The data below reflects Atlas Security responses only and does not represent the total crime picture for the metro.
This represents a 22.4% increase on the previous week, when Atlas Security responded to 85 incidents. Theft and burglary-related incidents continued to make up the bulk of activity, with residential and commercial properties equally targeted in several categories. Medical emergencies also featured prominently, accounting for 19 of the 104 incidents responded to.
Theft
Atlas Security responding to 31 confirmed theft incidents split evenly between residential and commercial properties (16 and 15 respectively). A further 12 theft attempts were also responded to, indicating that Atlas Security's visible presence and rapid response are actively deterring criminal activity before it is completed.
Burglary
Atlas Security responded to 28 burglary-related incidents across the week, combining confirmed entries (12) and attempts (16). Residential properties accounted for 15 of these (7 confirmed, 8 attempts) while commercial properties recorded 13 (5 confirmed, 8 attempts).
Robbery
Atlas Security responded to four robbery incidents during the week. These included two robberies of persons, one armed robbery, and one house robbery. Response officers coordinated with SAPS where applicable. Residents are reminded to remain vigilant, keep gates and access points secured, and to contact the Atlas Security control room immediately on 0861 585 585 if anything looks suspicious.
Medical Emergencies
Atlas Security responded to 19 medical emergency call-outs during the period. Response vehicles are equipped to assist first responders on scene and ensure that medical emergencies are attended to as swiftly as possible while awaiting EMS.
Areas of Note
The five suburbs with the highest concentration of incidents this week were:
- Sidwell (5 incidents)
- Mosel, Kariega Central, Rowallan Park, South End (4 incidents each)
Incident distribution across the metro was broad, with 48 different suburbs recording at least one incident during the period. No single area dominated the picture.
Busiest Day
Saturday 14 March was the busiest single day of the week, with Atlas Security responding to 21 incidents. Monday 9 March followed with 19, and Friday 13 March with 18.
Read More
Arrest: Stolen Vehicle Recovered
November 6, 2025
In the early hours of Tuesday morning, Atlas Security Armed Response Officers played a key role in recovering a stolen vehicle and assisting with the arrest of a suspect wanted in connection with fraud and vehicle theft. Atlas Security’s Control Room received a phone call early hours of the morning regarding a white Mazda that had been stolen in South End the previous day. Our Armed response units and Atlas Security Armed Response Officer, Bravo 16 were notified to remain on alert for the vehicle.
.jpg)
Two Suspects Arrested After Copper Theft in Despatch
March 17, 2026
Two suspects detained. Copper theft stopped in progress. That was the outcome when Atlas Security armed response officers responded to an incident in Despatch late Monday night.
Theft Prevention Leads to Arrest at a Primary School in Kariega
January 7, 2025
Atlas Security apprehended a suspect at a primary school in Kariega after detecting suspicious activity on CCTV. The swift response prevented further theft, and SAPS arrested the suspect on charges of burglary and possession of break-in equipment.