A MANHUNT is underway following a cash-in-transit heist which took place this morning near Mfuli Game Ranch on the R34, in the Nkwalini area ( between Empangeni and eShowe).
According to reports a G4S vehicle came under fire by suspects using high caliber weapons.
One high powered rifle was recovered at the scene. No one was injured in the incident.
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It is unclear how many suspects were involved or if any money was taken during the shoot-out, however the ZO can confirm that police are in pursuit of the suspects.
A portion of the R34 is closed as the scene has been cordoned off to allow for forensic investigators to conduct their work.
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