Mams man to serve 15 years direct imprisonment
Phiri and an accomplice robbed two women at gunpoint of their cellphones and cash in December 2019 after they spotted them coming from a social event.
A 29-year-old Mamelodi man was sentenced to 15 years imprisonment without any parole for robbery with aggravating circumstances.
Tshepiso Kgomotso Phiri, from Mamelodi was found guilty of robbery by the Pretoria regional court on February 10.
Phiri and an accomplice robbed two women at gunpoint of their cellphones and cash in December 2019, after they spotted them coming from a social event around 04:30, according to police spokesperson Johannes Maheso.
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The two women, however, screamed for help when they spotted police vehicles on patrol in the area.
Police officers chased the suspects on foot and Phiri was arrested while his accomplice managed to escape.
“Detective Sergeant MG Matlala did a good job in ensuring Phiri got the sentence he deserved,” said Maheso.
The police encouraged the public to continue working with them in fighting crime.
They can report any illegal activities to the Mamelodi police on 08600 10111.
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