Metrorail on high alert
2008-05-22 08:56
Johannesburg - Metrorail has beefed up security in response to possible xenophobic attacks on train commuters, it said on Wednesday.
"Our own protection services, the SA Railway Police and contracted security staff have been beefed up in response to the perceived threat and in support of our security plan," the company said.
During her visit to Ramaphosa informal settlement near Reiger Park on the East Rand on Tuesday night, ANC national executive committee member Winnie Madikizela-Mandela warned commuters that the continued xenophobic attacks in Gauteng might target train commuters on Wednesday morning.
Metrorail said public and commuter safety were imperatives that would never be compromised.
"It must be noted that crime threat analysis and risk assessment are performed on an ongoing basis to ensure the optimal deployment of our security resources and accurate identification of flashpoints."
Metrorail assured the public that issues pertaining to commuter safety were key to its operations, therefore, any threat perceived or real would be dealt with .
Commuters were urged to report any incident of crime and intimidation to the company's 24-hour toll-free call centre number at 0800 12 70 70.
- SAPA