UPDATE: Police confirm armed robbery in Industria
Police are investigating an armed robbery in Industria after a man who had just withdrawn cash from a bank was robbed at gunpoint.
POLOKWANE – Police have launched an investigation following an armed robbery at a business premises in Industria earlier today (June 9).
According to preliminary reports, the victim had withdrawn money from a bank in Bendor, Platinum Park, and then proceeded to his workplace on Industria Street.
Upon arriving at the premises at about 10:45, and before he could exit the company vehicle he was driving, he was approached by two men.
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Police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba says the perpetrators robbed the victim of an undisclosed amount of cash, as well as his cellphone, before fleeing the scene in a white Toyota Corolla with registration number DFM 549 L.
Investigation underway
A case of armed robbery has been opened, and efforts to trace and apprehend the suspects are underway.
Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is urged to come forward.
Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is urged to contact the investigating officer, Sergeant Tebogo Mabula, on 079 911 7964, the nearest police station, Crime Stop on 08600 10111, or submit information via the MySAPS App.
