The Muldersdrift Police are looking for two armed suspects after a business robbery, robbery and attempted murder.
According to a statement sent by the Muldersdrift Police, a business robbery took place on Wednesday, 13 November at about 3am in Rietvlei. A 53-year-old man was patrolling in the area and spotted two armed suspects approaching his 56- and 46-year-old colleagues, who were at the back of the store.
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The suspects fired two shots at the victims and tied them up with shoelaces. They were also assaulted with a shifting spanner. The suspects took two cellphones and an undisclosed amount of cash from the victims before breaking into the front office to take electronic appliances and six metres of cable before they fled the scene.
All the injured victims were taken to the hospital.
“Acting station commander, Captain Jones Baloyi, urges business owners to mount surveillance cameras and ensure that video tapes are replaced daily. He further encouraged business owners to keep their business premises well-lit inside and outside,” said the statement.
Baloyi also said that more awareness campaigns will be conducted to educate business owners on how to prevent incidents like this one.
The statement continues with an incident of house robbery and attempted murder on Java Road.
The 64-year-old victim who lives alone, was shot. The police were however only informed after the victim had been taken to the hospital for medical attention.
“No information has come to light at this stage and the investigation continues,” the statement explained.
Anyone with information that could lead to the arrest of the suspects can contact the Muldersdrift Police on 011 952 4600 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111.
