A dramatic high-speed chase through Alberton’s southern suburbs ended with the arrest of a suspected armed robber, thanks to quick coordination between Fox Security’s tactical unit and Afri Guard Security.

The incident began when a panic alert was triggered from a local business at a filling station in Mayberry Park.

According to Francois Jansen, director of Fox Security, an armed suspect driving a white Volkswagen Polo without number plates allegedly robbed the premises at gunpoint before speeding off.

Fox tactical officers, who were in the area, spotted the suspect’s vehicle leaving the scene and immediately gave chase while calling for backup.

The pursuit stretched from Mayberry Park’s southern routes, heading toward Palm Ridge. Afri Guard security officers, who had been alerted to the chase, strategically positioned themselves near Palm Ridge to intercept the fleeing suspect.

The vehicle was successfully blocked and stopped, and the suspect was apprehended without further incident.

Upon searching the vehicle, security officers recovered a firearm, stolen cash and a laptop. Further investigation revealed that the suspect has been linked to several recent armed robberies in the Alberton area over the past week.

“It was a well-coordinated effort between our tactical team and Afri Guard,” said Jansen. “The swift response and teamwork ensured that no one else was harmed and that the suspect was brought to justice.”

Anyone with information related to similar incidents is urged to contact their nearest SAPS or Fox Security 011 867 3770.