The Police are currently investigating an incident that occurred leaving one suspect dead and another wounded after a shootout during a Cash-In-Transit attempt near White River on Thursday, May 15.
The suspects were reportedly shot by security guards while attempting to carry out their mission.Preliminary reports indicate that an unidentified number of suspects were involved in the armed group that attacked a cash van, in an apparent attempt to rob the guards but fled the scene during a shootout with the security personnel. One of the alleged suspects succumbed to his injuries at the scene, while another suspect sustained injuries and is currently receiving medical attention under police guard.
Two rifles were recovered at the scene, while the Ford Ranger reportedly used by the suspects was later found abandoned in Swalala near Masoyi. It is important to note that, according to our initial investigations, no money was stolen during this attempted robbery.
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The surviving suspect is expected to appear in court soon. Anyone with further information regarding the whereabouts of the outstanding suspects or any information relating to this incident to contact the SAPS or report anonymously through Crime Stop at 08600 10111 or send information via MYSAPSAPP. All received information will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.
