SEDIBENG – Following the successful operation by the South African Police Services in Golden Gardens three weeks ago, the Gauteng province has seen a decrease in the number of Cash In Transit robberies.
This was confirmed by the Cash-In-Transit Association of South Africa (CITASA) in a statement, claiming that as a result of that operation, several high-profile CIT criminals were apprehended.
Three weeks ago, eight of the suspected robbers were killed in a shootout at the house, while a ninth died from his injuries in hospital.
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Members of Crime Intelligence and the Tactical Response Team followed up on information about a possible Easter weekend heist involving four vehicles.
The vehicles were traced to a home in Golden Gardens, in Sebokeng, where a bloody gun battle ensued between police and 12 suspected cash-in-transit robbers.
According to CITASA heists have now shifted to neighbouring provinces.
Citasa head Grant Clark said “Since the success, CIT robberies have shifted away from the Gauteng province to surrounding provinces, notably KwaZulu Natal, Eastern Cape, Mpumalanga, and Limpopo. CITASA is extremely concerned about the tragic loss of lives and injuries suffered by members of the CIT Industry. Our condolences go out to the families of the deceased”.
Clark added that “CITASA would like to make the community aware of the violent nature of these attacks and request them to be vigilant when in the proximity of a CIT service that is been conducted. We refer you to our social media platforms for safety tips in this regard”.
For any information relating to CIT incidents please report them immediately to the SAPS 10111 or CITASA HOTLINE 0834627909.
