Woman robbed in Greenhills

A 32-year old woman was robbed of her cellular phone while walking down the road in Greenhills on 4 June.

According to Randfontein SAPS spokesperson, Captain Appel Ernst, the woman was walking along the road at approximately 7.40am when a red VW Golf stopped next to her.

The driver of the vehicle produced a firearm at the woman and demanded that she hand over her cellular phone, before driving off again.

Ernst has issued a warning to pedestrians to be careful, especially while using their cellphones.

“It is preferable that cellular phones and other valuables be kept out of sight,” says Ernst.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident is urged to contact the investigating officer, Constable Lebo Sekibi on 01) 278 8100.