Two brave young men turn the tables on robbers
Security forums came to the rescue only to find the victims standing their ground fighting with the robbers.
Two young men successfully defended themselves against two alleged robbers who tried to steal their cellphones at knifepoint on Saturday in The Willows, east of Pretoria.
Despite being threatened with a knife, the two men stood their ground, refusing to give up their possessions and fighting with the suspects until various security guards came to their rescue.
The two suspects were arrested for robbery with a dangerous weapon.
According to Alpha Security Forum (ASF), the two men were accosted on their way home.
“The duo were walking to the flats at The Willows and were attacked at knifepoint by the two criminals,” said Aris Ruyter from ASF.
Ruyter said the victims fought back.
“Whilst fighting with the robbers, Unit Romeo 11 from Quattro approached and chased down the suspects until they were caught at the entrance to Hoërskool Die Wilgers where the unit requested backup.”
Ruyter said upon arrival of various security forums, Romeo 11 unit and the two victims had cornered the suspects and guarded them until police arrival.
“Comsafe Forum arrived and both suspects were searched, with various questionable items discovered and handed over to the police.”
Ruyter said both victims were treated on the scene for injuries sustained while defending themselves and later taken to hospital for tetanus shots.
He added that while awaiting police arrival, it was confirmed that the two suspects were the same people that have been assaulting and robbing the school kids at Oulandsloop Park.
“One suspect was positively identified by two of the victims from the attack and robbing incident on Friday.”
He said the suspects were arrested and taken to Garsfontein SAPS.
“Even though these suspects have been positively identified with regards to previous robberies and assaults in the area, we request that every person reports suspicious activities to their security company, local law enforcement or the ASF group,” Ruyter said.
He added that people need to be aware of their surroundings.
“Parents must also teach their children about the dangers of walking in the streets alone.”
Ruyter added that the bravery of the two victims not only prevented the robbery but also sent a powerful message to criminals in the area that they would not be tolerated.
He expressed his gratitude to Quattro, ASF members, Comsafe, Kabod, TLG, Platinum security, SDS, SAPS Garsfontein, Brinant, Vemru and Pretoria Traffic.
Police spokesperson Warrant Officer Johan van Dyk confirmed the arrest.
“On Saturday two men were arrested for robbery with another weapon than a firearm.”
Van Dyk said the case is still under investigation and the suspects will appear in court soon.
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