Safety with heart: Tactical Angels takes on crime for a cause
The director and board member of Tactical Angels non-profit company (NPC), Liam Vermaak, explained they have a long history of dedication to security. Some of them have protected former South African leaders as well as foreign politicians and their families. They have also worked side-by-side with CPF as well as private security companies.
'Our families have dedicated decades to the security industry, stepping in whenever communities needed help with crime and complaints, but we knew we could do more. That's why we started this non-profit company, to expand the help we give, reach more vulnerable people and make a real and lasting difference. At its heart, Tactical Angels is built on a simple but powerful belief that safety should never be a privilege, but a right for everyone, no matter who they are,' Liam said.
He continued that they officially opened their doors on July 1, and their main goal is to bring the crime rate down.
'We want to create safer neighbourhoods where families can live without fear. We believe security should be free of charge for those who need it most. We have big plans for the future. We're building towards more community outreaches, stronger partnerships and wider coverage,' he explained.
With the help of their parent company, Division International, they have assisted in over 74 arrests and reached out to the community through food and blanket drives. They are also in the planning phase for training and fundraisers in the community.
Liam noted that as an NPC, they rely on donations. There are options on their website where both individuals and businesses can choose projects to support, and they offer Service Level Agreements to partners.
'We'll soon be hosting training days, safety awareness campaigns and community education to empower residents too. We need the community's eyes and ears. We depend on residents to report suspicious activity and share information, and of course, we rely on donations and support to keep our operations going and growing.'
He added, 'We're here to make a real difference. We're not just another security service, we're neighbours, family members and community members ourselves. Every patrol, every response and every operation comes from the heart. We invite everyone to stand with us so together we can protect the most vulnerable and build safer streets for everyone.'
Anyone who would like to reach out can contact them on 066 200 7890 or send an email to [email protected] or visit their website. They also have social media and offer in-person meetings or a quick call for larger donations, for the comfort of knowing where the money is going.
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