Breaking news: Business robbed of thousands in Tzaneen

Thousands of rands and a bakkie were stolen after a break-in the early hours of this morning at a well known shop in Tzaneen.

Northern Security responded to a business break-in at a shop in Tzaneen in the early hours of this morning.

The suspects damaged the shop and they attempted to cut open the safe.

Attempt to open the safe: Photo supplied

Thousands of rands were stolen, which is according to information, the cash float of the shop.

According to Marius Jacobs from Northern Security, the suspects fled with the cash and stole a white Toyota Hilux bakkie with registration number Glass 27.

‘The vehicle was also used by the suspects to rob a garage this morning at around 04:00 in Ofcolaco.

A blade of a grinder which is believed to be used to try and cut open the safe in the burglary attempt. Photo supplied.

The public are urged to be on the look out for the vehicle.

Anyone with information can contact, Marius Jacobs on: 079 898 4539