Bystander shot in cash-in-transit robbery outside HIGH SCHOOL
Earlier this morning chaos erupted as the sounds of gunfire rang out, disrupting the morning and leaving residents fearing for their safety.
The Phomolong community, including learners at Phomolong Secondary School, was left in shock after a shooting incident linked to a possible cash-in-transit heist earlier today, October 16.
The chaos erupted as the sounds of gunfire rang out, disrupting the morning and leaving residents fearing for their safety.
By the time police arrived at the scene, the suspects had already fled, leaving behind a trail of devastation.
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Authorities swiftly moved to secure the area, with the West Rand Explosive Unit on-site to assess any potential threats before reopening it to the public.
Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi confirmed to The Thembisan that an investigation is underway.
“The police are investigating an armed robbery that took place this morning in Phomolong.
“A cash van, en route to load an ATM, was ambushed by armed men who bombed the vehicle and shot two security personnel.
“The suspects were using a white Audi, a white Toyota Hilux, and a red Toyota Hilux as getaway vehicles.
“During the incident, a male resident was struck by a stray bullet and has been taken to the nearest hospital.”
The police are appealing to anyone with information to come forward and assist with the investigation.
