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Decision
We live inside Johannesburg. We feel safe.
Who?: The people of Johannesburg.
When?: Monday. April 01, 2019 - Tuesday. March 31, 2020
What?: SAPS Crime Statistics
Result:
Murder:
549 reported at five polices stations.
2010-2020: it increased 93%
number one: Orange Farm police station
Car Theft :
841 reported at five polices stations.
2010-2020: it increased 156%
number one: Moroka police station
House Theft :
1076 reported at five polices stations.
2010-2020: it increased 16%
number one: Honeydew police station
Rape:
998 recorded at five polices stations.
2010-2020: it reduced 3%
number one: Dobsonville police station
Seven Johannesburg Police Stations were in the top 30 for reported murders. A total of 549 cases were reported at the top five stations. This represents a 93% average increase at these stations over ten years. The highest number of murder cases in Johannesburg were reported at Orange Farms Police Station.
Carjacking:
Ten Johannesburg Police Stations were in the top 30 for reported carjackings. A total of 841 cases were reported at the top five stations. This represents a 156% average increase at these stations over ten years. The highest number of carjacking cases in Johannesburg were reported at Moroka Police Station.
House Robbery:
Ten Johannesburg Police Stations were in the top 30 for reported house robberies. A total of 1076 cases were reported at the top five stations. This represents an 16% average increase at these stations over ten years. The highest number of house robbery cases in Johannesburg were reported at Honeydew Police Station.
Sexual Assault:
Seven Johannesburg Police Stations were in the top 30 for reported sexual assault. A total of 998 cases were reported at the top five stations. This represents a 3% average decrease at these stations over ten years. The highest number of sexual assault cases in Johannesburg were reported at Dobsonville Police Station.
While sexual assault cases have shown a small decrease, all other major crimes reported at the top five stations have shown a significant increase.