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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Uitenhage/Kariega Under Pressure, Atlas Responds: Two Arrests in One Day
December 18, 2025
Another strong operational success for Atlas Security in Uitenhage, an area currently experiencing a high rate of criminal activity. Earlier today, Atlas Security’s Control Room received a burglary signal from a business premises in Uitenhage. Armed Response Officer Bravo 155 was immediately dispatched and, upon arrival, conducted an external inspection which confirmed a break-in in progress. Continuous updates were relayed to the Control Room, and additional backup was requested without delay.
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Swift Response Leads to Arrests after Repeated Cable Theft in Uitenhage
January 15, 2026
The past 24 hours delivered a powerful message. Persistent infrastructure theft will not be tolerated. Atlas Security successfully assisted in the arrest of two suspects following repeated incidents of cable theft and damage to critical infrastructure near the railway line in the Uitenhage area.
Swift Response Leads to Arrest in Greenshields Park
March 3, 2025
A suspect was caught red-handed during a break-in on Thrush Road, Greenshields Park. Atlas Security’s swift response prevented any loss, leading to a successful arrest and full restoration of the client’s security.