The KFC in town was robbed at approximately 22:05 on Saturday.
According to the acting supervisor, this happened while she was on duty, preparing to close the shop.
She said the door was closed and locked. The woman was busy at the till when she saw there was still a man inside.
She alleged that he proceeded to the door and opened it for another man. At that time the keys were still hanging in the lock.
According to Barberton SAPS spokesman, Sgt Tutu Nkosi, they confronted her and one of the men said he was there to rob the restaurant.
One of them carried a firearm and he took the staff to the storeroom, asking them where they kept the money.
The acting supervisor went with them, the men opened the till, took R5 000 before they escaped.
A case of business robbery was opened. So far no one has been arrested and the investigation is pending.
Should you have any information regarding this burglary, contact Col Sunbright Ndlovu on 013-712-2233
or 071-205-0957.
