Gate motor theft hotspots
In this edition, we share the latest gate motor theft statistics, and highlight five HOTSPOT suburbs where this type of crime is most prevalent.
We also look at relevant safety tips and share some of our recent successes and other news.
BEAGLE WATCH OFFICER'S ACTIONS LEAD TO THE ARREST OF A SUSPECT AND 15-YEAR SENTENCE
The Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court sentenced Chrispen Chikwera (49) to 15 years of direct imprisonment for tampering with essential infrastructure, an offence committed on 24 July 2024.
Thank you, Jozi!
We are delighted to share the good news that we have been voted best private security company in Johannesburg in the 2025 Best of Joburg Awards. And it’s all because of your support!
Beagle Watch came out tops of about 26 nominated private security companies in the greater Johannesburg area. And best of all, our clients - you! - voted for us in droves.
Since starting out in 2004, we have always worked hard at achieving our mission: delivering premium services to
the benefit of our clients and the communities we serve. And, the golden thread that runs through all our
activities is always our focus on you, our valued client.
No more sleepless nights
Just as we thought the trend of gate motor theft was declining a little, we experienced another spate of gate motor thefts during the week. As always, we strive to be proactive at Beagle Watch.
Not only is our Specialised Crime Unit hard at work to bring these syndicates to book, but our Technical Development Team has introduced another private security layer, making use of our leadership in the CCTV sphere.
Beagle Watch recovers cloned vehicle in Florida Glen
JOHANNESBURG, 20 NOVEMBER 2025 Our team received a BOLO from the Insurance Crime Bureau (ICB) and JMPD Vuma Control Room regarding a black Renault with cloned number plates.
The original vehicle registered on the system was a white Renault that had been written off.
Our Specialised Crime Unit , with live updates from our CCTV desk, tracked down the vehicle travelling along 5th Avenue in Florida Glen and successfully intercepted and stopped the vehicle.
The JMPD K9 Unit was called for backup and conducted a thorough inspection. The vehicle was loaded by ICB and came back positive with an active case number from Dawn Park SAPS, confirming it was indeed stolen.
✅ Advanced LPR technology ✅ Real-time intelligence sharing ✅ Swift response from Specialised Crime Unit ✅ Collaboration with JMPD, ICB and Vumacam
Technology and quick and efficient actions lead to arrest of suspect in Richmond
JOHANNESBURG 18 NOVEBMER 2025 Just before 20:00, our team picked up movement on a vehicle linked to various incidents. Two area vehicles were immediately deployed.
Our Response Officers located and pursued the vehicle. In the chase, the suspects lost control of their vehicle, crashing, as they attempted to evade arrest. Our team successfully apprehended a female suspect and recovered the vehicle containing stolen goods. JMPD confirmed multiple cases against this vehicle and suspects. The suspect was handed over to Brixton SAPS and the vehicle impounded.
From alert to arrest in under 30 minutes - this is the power of advanced technology, skilled personnel, and seamless collaboration.