Cable theft has become a bane for many municipalities, with this highly disruptive crime wreaking havoc across suburbs.
If you see any suspect activity or you become aware of cable theft, it’s crucial you report it. If possible, take a photo of any suspect vehicles or individuals or, if the cable theft has already taken place, a photo of the damage and the surrounding area will also be helpful. Take note of the suburb, street names, registration numbers of vehicles, and any other relevant information before reporting the incident.
If you see or suspect cable theft affecting Metrorail train services, you can report the incident to the Metrorail Protection Services: 021 449 4336 / 5056
WESTERN CAPE
- 24-Hour Toll Free Hotline: 0800 222 771
METRORAIL RAPID RAIL POLICE UNIT (PLATFORM 1)
- 021 443 4325
METRORAIL RAPID RAIL POLICE UNIT (BELVILLE)
- 021 941 6800
RAPID RAIL POLICE UNIT ([PHILIPPI / STOCK ROAD)
- 021 370 1011
RAPID RAIL POLICE UNIT (RETREAT)
- 021 710 5129
RAPID RAIL POLICE UNIT (RADIO CONTROL / OPS ROOM)
- 021 449 4309/10
DURBAN
- Electricity Call Centre: 080 13 13 111
- Cable Theft Hotline: 031 311 9611
- Metro Emergency Line: 031 361 0000
CITY OF JOHANNESBURG
Any of the 24-hour hotlines below:
- 011 490 7900
- 011 490 7911
- 011 490 7553
EKURHULENI
- 086 054 3000
- EMPD: 011 999 2440 / 2450
CITY OF TSHWANE
- 012 358 4903
- 012 358 7095
- 012 358 7096
TELKOM
- 0800 124 000
- *120*11223344#
ESKOM CRIME LINE
- 08600 37566
METRORAIL EMERGENCY NUMBER
- 021 449 4336
- 021 449 4336 / 5056
ELSEWHERE IN SOUTH AFRICA
In any other area, you can report cable theft to the SAPS by calling 10111 or 10177. Alternatively, you can call the National Emergency Line on 011 375 5911.