A forum to discuss crime and safety in Aldinga will be held on Monday night at 6pm.

Earlier this month a 21 year-old Aldinga Beach man was arrested following a home invasion in Lovelock Street.

He is alleged to have punched a woman in the head before biting her on the cheek and shoulder.

SAPOL data shows that in December 2020, 41 offences were committed in Aldinga Beach, including two serious assaults and two cases of property damage by fire or explosion.

In the same month only three offences were reported in McLaren Vale, four in Willunga, five in Port Willunga, 11 in Moana and 18 in Victor Harbor.

To view crime statistics in your area you can go to https://www.police.sa.gov.au/about-us/crime-statistics-map

Local MP Leon Bignell is organising the event, which will be held in the Aldinga Community Centre at 7 Stewart Avenue, Aldinga Beach.

SA Labor Leader Peter Malinauskus and the Shadow Police Minister, Lee Oldenwalder will be attending.

Due to COVID restrictions people wanting to attend should RSVP by phoning Mr Bignell’s electorate office on 8556 5722 or emailing [email protected]