Cash-in-transit heist in progress in Fordsburg

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By Cannedy Netshitungulu

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A resident has been shot.


People have been urged to avoid Mint and Central roads in Fordsburg, Johannesburg, following the cash-in-transit heist in the area, Rising Sun Lenasia reports.

It is alleged that armed suspects fired at a police officer, injuring him. The injured officer is being airlifted to the nearby hospital.

It has emerged that a resident was also shot.

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The suspects are exchanging shots with the law-enforcement agencies.

“The area has been declared a no go area. Traffic is crazy. Most roads are blocked,” said a source.

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– Caxton News Service

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