Following a mass shooting that left 12 dead in Johannesburg’s Jumpers informal settlement, residents express long-held fears for their safety. The community in Cleveland reports a history of insecurity predating the recent violence. Concerns are now heightened by an anticipated withdrawal of the South African Police Service (SAPS) from the area. Residents feel vulnerable and unprotected, citing a lack of consistent policing as a contributing factor to the escalating danger. The shooting has amplified existing anxieties about crime and the potential for further violence. Locals describe a climate of ongoing fear and uncertainty regarding their future safety with reduced police presence. The incident underscores broader issues of security and policing in informal settlements across Johannesburg.