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Media Statement WITBANK – Five suspected ATM bombers were fatally wounded and one (1) arrested in a shootout with the Tactical Management Operational Section (TOMS) of the Hawks, the SAPS Special Task Force (STF) and Falcon Risk Security in Emalahleni, Witbank in the early hours of this morning, 02 December 2024. The team was following up on information received regarding ATM bombing that was to transpire in the Witbank area. Information was operationalised leading the team to Schoongezicht in Emalahleni where the group was reported to be converging at an alleged safe house. The multi-disciplinary team were strategically posted to be on the lookout for the white Toyota Hilux received in the intelligence information. The identified vehicle was spotted driving out from the area and when the team attempted to stop the vehicle, suspects opened fire and a shootout ensued. Five (5) suspects were fatally wounded and one (1) injured. A R5 rifle, a hunting rifle with a scope, and three 9mm pistols as well as explosives were recovered on the scene. The bakkie in which the suspects were travelling in, is subject to further investigation. The National Head of the DPCI, Lieutenant General (Dr/Adv) Godfrey Lebeya commended the work of the TOMS and STF. He said “A call is made to potential robbers to withdraw from such activities as these behaviours always attract dire consequences. The team shall always be on alert.” Ends
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