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The Citizen
2 days ago
- The Citizen
4 armed men rob Polokwane clothing store of R331k
POLOKWANE – The Polokwane police have launched a manhunt for four armed suspects involved in a business robbery at a clothing store in the city on Saturday (August 16). According to the Limpopo police, three employees were locking up the store after knocking off when they noticed an unknown African male at the door. You might also want to read: Two murders in a week shake the Polokwane CBD 'The unknown man forced the employees back into the store while three armed men entered. The suspects instructed the victim to open the safe as they were looking for money and she complied,' the Limpopo police spokesperson, Brigadier Hlulani Mashaba's statement read. The suspects stole accessories, cellphones, Bluetooth speakers and snacks before fleeing the scene in a silver Polo hatchback. Mashaba said the total value of the stolen property is approximately R331 500. 'The three victims were assaulted and sustained minor injuries. We urge anyone with information to contact Sergeant Ramehlape Mamabolo on 069 532 3260, the crime stop number on 08600 10111, the nearest police station or share information on the MySAPSApp,' he said.
IOL News
16-05-2025
- IOL News
Somerset West CIT heist: Alleged robber in court
The provincial spokesperson for the Hawks, Lieutenant Colonel Siyabulela Vukubi, said the arrest follows a cash-in-transit robbery that took place in January 2025. He was arrested by members of the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation's (known as Hawks ) National Priority Violent Crime (NPVC) team based in Bellville. A man alleged to be a cash-in-transit robber has appeared in the Somerset West Magistrate's Court. On the day of the incident, a cash vehicle of the G4S collected cash at the Foodlovers Market in Somerset West. 'When the crewman went inside the store to collect the cash, he was accosted by armed suspects. One of the suspects opened fire on the running crew member and wounded him. The suspects fled the scene with two bags of cash estimated at R331,000,' Vukubi said. The investigating team conducted a thorough investigation, and a suspect was identified and a positive linkage was made. After his brief appearance, the matter against Samela has been postponed until July 3, 2025. The court has ordered that he remain in custody until then. IOL Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel.
