Crime

Cash-in-transit robber killed in Mandeni shoot-out

Police have launched a manhunt for the remaining robbers.

A cash-in-transit robber was shot and killed in a shoot-out with police in Mandeni last night.

This after a gang of robbers ambushed a cash delivery vehicle on the  P415 after security guards collected money from a shopping centre.

The robbers opened fire on the delivery truck and robbed the security guards of their firearms before making off with an undisclosed amount of money.

KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda, said after the shoot-out one of the robbers was found dead and in possession of a rifle.

He said police are searching for the remaining assailants.


Stay in the loop with The North Coast Courier on FacebookXInstagram & YouTube for the latest news.

Mobile users can join our WhatsApp Broadcast Service here or if you’re on desktop, scan the QR code below.

At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App here.

Sboniso Dlamini

Sboniso has been a journalist with The North Coast Courier since 2014. He is passionate about making a positive impact in people's lives through his storytelling. He finds joy in sharing the stories of ordinary people, believing that everyone has a story worth telling.
Back to top button