Watch: Police pursuit sparks confusion at Winifred Mandela Precinct
Winifred Mandela Precinct Shopping Centre has dismissed reports of an armed robbery after suspects fleeing police entered the precinct during a SAPS pursuit. The centre remains open and operational.
Management of Winifred Mandela Precinct Shopping Centre in Bryanston has dismissed reports circulating on social media alleging that an armed robbery or shooting took place at the centre on June 22.
The clarification comes after a heavy police presence was seen near the centre.
Shootout in Nicolway/Winifred Precinct Johannesburg. JMPD and other security units at the scene. pic.twitter.com/Qhi1qlQG01
— MsPope (@mspope) June 22, 2026
The centre clarifies the situation
In a statement, centre management said no armed robbery or similar criminal incident took place at the shopping centre.
According to management, an incident occurred outside the precinct and was followed by a pursuit by the South African Police Service (SAPS). During the chase, the suspect or suspects entered the shopping centre area in an apparent attempt to evade arrest.
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As a result, there has been an increased police presence in and around the precinct while SAPS continues its investigation and operational activities.
“At no stage was the shopping centre the target or location of an armed robbery,” centre management said.
The Sandton Chronicle has reached out to SAPS and other authorities for more information. This is a developing story.
BREAKING
Reports of a shooting at Nicolway Shopping Centre in Fourways. Unconfirmed information suggests suspected hijackers may have taken refuge inside the mall. Authorities are responding to the scene.
— Yusuf Abramjee (@Abramjee) June 22, 2026
