Kliptown police investigating attempted murder and armed robbery incident
The suspects reportedly fled the scene with an undisclosed amount of cash. The injured victims were taken to hospital for medical treatment.
Police in Kliptown are investigating two counts of attempted murder and armed robbery following an incident in which approximately five unknown suspects allegedly confronted security guards collecting money at a liquor store on November 2 at about 13:45.
During the incident, the suspects allegedly opened fire, injuring a 45-year-old employee and a 38-year-old security guard.
The suspects reportedly fled the scene with an undisclosed amount of cash. The injured victims were taken to hospital for medical treatment.
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“Police investigations are underway to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident,” said Lieutenant Colonel Mpho Tshetlhane, spokesperson for the SAPS in the Johannesburg District.
Members of the community with information that might assist police investigations are urged to contact their nearest police station, call the police Crime Stop number on 08600 10111 or use the MySAPS app.
