Law enforcement shot dead four suspected cash-in-transit (CIT) robbers on the N4 near Mmakau, west of Ga-Rankuwa, in the North West Province yesterday afternoon.

The men, aged between 30 and 45, were killed in a shoot-out with law enforcement agencies.

The Hawks, Gauteng Traffic Police with its helicopter, private security, and various SAPS units took part in the operation.

“It is reported that the multi-disciplinary team received intelligence on a group of suspects planning to commit a CIT robbery between North West and Gauteng,” says police spokesperson Colonel Katlego Mogale.

A team was set up to observe the men.

“Their vehicle was spotted as it turned towards Mmakau. A high-speed chase, and later, a shoot-out ensued as soon as the suspects realised they were about to be captured.”

Mogale says the suspects lost control of their vehicle and crashed into a fence.

“Four of the suspects were fatally wounded and three unlicensed firearms, two handguns, as well as a rifle were recovered from the scene.”

An investigation is underway, says Mogale.