The Easter long weekend is traditionally very busy in Cape Town. This year, expectations are that it’ll be even busier, considering it coincides with the school holidays, but also the payday week.
'For most people, this is a time of relaxation and spending time with their loved ones. For criminals, it is an opportunity to exploit that holiday spirit, so we urge the public to be vigilant wherever they go. Experience has also taught us to expect increased levels of alcohol use and related trauma over the payday or month-end periods.
The long weekend will likely further complicate matters. Our enforcement strategy is to ensure public safety, but staff will not hesitate to act against anyone wilfully putting themselves or others at risk.
Everyone ought to know by now the importance of responsible behaviour and what that looks like, so consider yourself warned,' said Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, Alderman JP Smith.
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