Retail store hit by three armed robbers
Police: She was continuously threatened with the firearms and forced to open the till.
A retail store in Union Street, Randgate became the latest target of an armed robbery.
Captain Appel Ernst, Randfontein Police spokesperson confirmed the incident took place at around 9.45am on Wednesday 4 November.
The 42-year-old manager alleged that while busy unpacking cellphones, three men entered the shop. All of them were armed. One of them approached her, pointing the firearm at her.
“The suspect demanded keys to access the cellular shelves. She was threatened with the firearms continuously and forced to open the till and the cellular shelves. The suspects removed cash and cellphones from the shop and then also robbed the staff of their belongings such as jewellery.
“The suspects then fled the scene. No shots were fired and no serious injuries were sustained during the incident.”
Warrant Officer Thabiso Duiker is investigating the case. He can be contacted on 011 278 8100.
Want to receive news alerts via WhatsApp? Send us an SMS/ WhatsApp message with your name and cellphone number to 079 413 8726.
Familiarise yourself with our WhatsApp service disclaimer.
Do you perhaps have more information pertaining to this story? Email us at randfonteinherald@caxton.co.za (remember to include your contact details) or phone us on 011 693 3671.
Also read:
Armed robbers storm furniture store
Armed robbers target takeaway shop
Armed robberies at malls – Gauteng the highest targeted
Armed robbers overpower tenants
For free daily local news on the West Rand, also visit our sister newspaper websites Roodepoort Record, Krugersdorp News and Get It Joburg West Magazine
Remember to visit our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages to let your voice be heard!
