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Police appeal for information on armed robbery in Bulawayo
07 Dec 2024 at 12:49hrs | Views
Police in Bulawayo are seeking assistance from the public in their investigation of a robbery that took place at a business premise in Western Commonage on 06 December 2024.
According to a statement from the police, 10 armed suspects, including individuals wielding three AK-47 rifles and a pistol, launched an attack on six security guards who were on duty at the time. The suspects overpowered the guards before gaining access to the offices within the premises.
Once inside, the thieves used grinders to break open cash safes, making off with a substantial sum of money. The stolen cash amounted to USD 7,000 and ZAR 18,000, a significant loss for the business.
The police are urging anyone with information regarding the suspects or the crime to come forward. Individuals with any leads are encouraged to report them at their nearest Police Station.
Investigations are ongoing as authorities work to apprehend those responsible for the daring robbery.
According to a statement from the police, 10 armed suspects, including individuals wielding three AK-47 rifles and a pistol, launched an attack on six security guards who were on duty at the time. The suspects overpowered the guards before gaining access to the offices within the premises.
Once inside, the thieves used grinders to break open cash safes, making off with a substantial sum of money. The stolen cash amounted to USD 7,000 and ZAR 18,000, a significant loss for the business.
The police are urging anyone with information regarding the suspects or the crime to come forward. Individuals with any leads are encouraged to report them at their nearest Police Station.
Investigations are ongoing as authorities work to apprehend those responsible for the daring robbery.
Source - byo24news