One suspect arrested after Dowerglen business burglary and shootout
A quick response from Edenvale SAPS and local security companies foiled a business burglary in Dowerglen on November 10, leading to the arrest of one suspect after a shootout and attempted escape.
Edenvale SAPS and several local security companies responded to a business burglary on the evening of November 10.
The burglary is believed to have occurred at a business located along Linksfield Road between the N3 South off-ramp and Milford Avenue in Dowerglen.
According to Edenvale SAPS, five suspects gained entry into the store by breaking its glass door.
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Upon doing so, security personnel responded, and a shootout ensued.
Police confirmed nobody was injured during the shootout; however, one suspect was injured when he attempted to flee by jumping over a balcony.
The injured suspect was arrested while the remaining four fled the area. He was transported to a medical facility.
The valuables taken from the store were recovered.
