Initially there were unconfirmed reports state around R24-million in US Dollars was taken shortly after an SAA aircraft has landed with the cash.
South African Airways (SAA) spokesperson, Tlali Tlali, said the robbery took place on the ‘air-side’ section of airport premises.
The air-side of the airport is restricted zone, and the land-side is the section open to the public.
He also said it happened at the time before the consignment which contained high value items was due to be loaded to the aircraft. Therefore at the time when it happened the aircraft was nowhere near.
“It is important to allow law enforcement agencies to investigate rather than speculate about who might be involved,” said Tlali.
The Advertiser also understand the police have not ruled out the possibility that the heist at OR Tambo International Airport on Tuesday evening was an inside job.
Acsa spokesperson Trevor Jones did confirm there had been a robbery, but he could not confirm the amount of money stolen.
“No shots were fired and no injuries have been reported. The robbers fled and it is not known at this stage what, if anything, was taken during the incident,” Acsa subsequently said in a statement.
“The investigation is at an early stage. Updates will be provided when more information is available.”
