Parkview police are on the hunt for suspects involved in last nights’ attempted robbery on July 7.
The spokesperson for Parkview Police Station, Captain Tintswalo Sibeko, said the complainant and owner of the business alleged that he heard a man screaming in the shop that is interlinked to where they reside. He activated the panic button at 19:40 on July 7.
The complainant added that he heard gunshots outside the business. “The complainant was informed that there was a man pretending to be a customer, who then [allegedly] produced a firearm demanding the cashier open the gate. Before the cash could be handed over, a CAP security vehicle pulled up outside the shop,” explained Sibeko.
The suspects then ran outside without the money. Several shots were fired between the suspects and a CAP security officer outside the business. A CAP security vehicle was shot multiple times and the security officer sustained an injury on his left arm. The security officer is receiving medical attention.
The suspects fled the scene of the crime in a silver motor vehicle.
CAP Security said, “We would like to commend our officer’s efforts and applaud his bravery and thank him for his service. Our investigation teams are busy following up all leads and we will work with the SAPS to ensure that justice is served.”
Parkview police are investigating a case of attempted business robbery and attempted murder. Anyone with information may contact Parkview Police Station on 011 067 6000 or 08600 10111 or they can use the My SAPS app.
Original story: July 7
Reports have surfaced in the community in relation to what appears to be an armed robbery at a small café in Craighall Park.
Community groups were abuzz with residents hearing gunshots and sirens on Jan Smuts Avenue close to Conrad Drive on July 7 at around 20:00.
According to a statement from CAP Security, reports suggest that a security officer was on patrol when he noticed suspicious activity. Upon his investigation, he encountered multiple suspects. The suspects reportedly fired shots at the officer, who returned fire. The officer was wounded and was transported to the hospital in a stable condition.
JMPD and relevant authorities were on the scene and had closed off the area. Requests for comment have been sent to SAPS and JMPD.
This article will be updated as soon as more information becomes available.
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