Theft and livestock theft are on the increase in the Omaheke Region, with more than 200 cases recorded since May.

The Head of Community Policing Sub-division Chief Inspector Fina Sakajengenga said though the force is working tirelessly to curb criminal activities, there are roadblocks from some members of the public.

The Chief Inspector said theft, robbery, housebreaking, and stock theft have become daily occurrences, and the community needs to come on board.

A human skull was discovered by a farmer at Otjoruharu in the Omaheke Region.

Omaheke Police Unit Commander for Community Affairs, Inspector Fina Sakajengenga, confirmed to nbc News that a human skull without a lower jaw and what appear to be human bones were discovered all over the area. Some old clothes and shoes suspected to be from the deceased were found in the area.

Inspector Sakajengenga said the police also found shoelaces tied to a tree. At the moment, the deceased is not known, and the residents of the area have not reported a missing person.

A police inspector in the Omaheke Region, Fina Sakajengenga, is calling on members of the public to avoid taking large amounts of cash along when shopping over the holiday season.

Inspector Sakajengenga shared some advice for holiday goers planning to visit various spots around Gobabis over the festive season.

Inspector Sakajangenga warns that criminal activities usually pick up during the festive season.

As a result, residents and the police must increase their efforts to combat criminal activity.