Businessman robbed at knifepoint
It is believed that about R21 000 in cash, meant for purchasing stock, was taken.
A businessman in Gcilima was robbed at knife-point during the early hours of yesterday morning.
Margate Saps spokesman Sergeant Sibu Ncane confirmed the incident.
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It is believed the shop owner was asleep alone, in one of the rooms inside the business premises, when he was awakened. He saw two assailants with knives.
“He was reportedly then held and pressed against the floor by the assailants, who demanded a large sum of cash,” said Sgt Ncane.
It is believed that about R21 000 in cash, meant for purchasing stock, was taken.
Sgt Ncane said the suspects fled with cigarettes and cellphones, plus the cash.
“No one was hurt and a case of business robbery is being investigated,” he said.
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