The Heilbron and Tumahole police stations are temporarily closed for decontamination due to members testing positive for COVID-19. The Heilbron community service centre will temporarily operate from the SAPS Hall in the premises of the police station, and the Tumahole community service centre will operate from the Victim Support Room behind the station for any urgent assistance, says Police Spokesperson, Motantsi Makhele.

Makhele, apologises for any inconvenience that may arise from the closure of the police station. He adds that members, who came in contact with the affected individuals, are urged to follow strict Covid-19 related protocols before returning to work. The public will be informed once the stations are operational again. Meanwhile the Kroonstad police station has reopened and is fully functional.

Community members who seek urgent assistance can contact the following numbers:

Heilbron CSC temporary number: 0825252303

Tumahole CSC temporary number: 0726209022

OFM News/Blaine Jones