Two suspected cash-in-transit robbers were fatally wounded in a shoot-out with police at Wasbank, near Ladysmith, this afternoon (May 22). The suspects were wanted for at least six cash-in-transit robberies all over KZN.

Acting on a tip-off, police identified the house where the men were hiding. As officers arrived and announced their presence, the suspects opened fire on them and a shoot-out ensued.

SAPS spokesperson, Colonel Robert Netshiunda, said the operation intelligence received regarding suspects wanted in connection with at least six cash-in-transit robberies. The alleged crimes took place in KwaDukuza, Verulam, Nyoni, Greytown, Phoenix, and Langslaagte

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Both suspects were shot dead during the exchange of gunfire. One of the men (43) had a warrant of arrest against him for being in possession of explosives and ammunition.

Two firearms were recovered at the scene.

No police officers were injured in the shoot-out.

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