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Armed gang robs scrap metal dealer in Barberton of R10 000

A local scrap metal business owner, Fanie Craffet was robbed R10 000 in cash on Monday morning.

BARBERTON –According to Capt Jabu Ndubane, Barberton police spokesman, three suspects entered the CRF Metal building at around 08:00 on Monday.

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They told Craffet that they wanted to hire his transport to go and collect scrap metal in Emjindini Trust.

While Craffet was busy arranging for the transport they produce a firearm and force him to the office.

They assaulted him with their fists in the chest and demanded cash,” said Ndubane.

The suspects took R10 000 in cash and fled the scene on foot.

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Ndubane said Local Criminal Record Centre Unit was called to the scene.

“No arrest has been made yet. But investigations are continuing,” said Ndubane.

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