6.12.1 The SAPS cautioned that, in the Eastern Cape region, mob justice was increasing. Communities believe justice to be prevailing when accused are in remand. When they are released on bail, Port Elizabeth communities, in particular, have opted to take the law into their own hands. Civil claims may soon be instituted in cases where accused commit further crimes while released on bail. Concerns were raised that the fact that SAPS' performance was measured against the number of arrests they made, was contributing to the DCS' overcrowding. 6.12.2 Chief Magistrate Nobumba explained that magistrates were sensitised to the fact that their independence should not interfere with their service delivery and their judicial responsibility. Members were assured of his, and other judicial officers', good intentions to visit correctional centres in the region. Such visits have been discussed with the relevant correctional centres, but, because the DCS has not been able to guarantee such a delegation's safety, no such visits have taken place.