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Media Statement
POTCHEFSTROOM – Three suspects, aged 24, 27 and 34 are expected to appear in absentia before the Taung Magistrates’ Court on Monday, 8 July 2024, for aggravated robbery. The suspects were arrested on Thursday, 4 July 2024, by Reivilo Police after they attempted to rob a shop owner. The latter was walking to his uncle’ shop when a white Audi A4 stopped in front of him. It is alleged that one of the five occupants pointed him with a firearm and robbed him of a black plastic he was carrying. The victim allegedly screamed and called his uncle, who came out with his pistol and fired shots at the A4. Reports suggest that the victim managed to take a cover, then took out his firearm and fired shots. One of the suspects died at the scene, while others managed to flee on foot. Police were called, and one of the five suspects was arrested at the scene and transported to hospital. Following a search conducted around Reivilo, two more suspects who were also injured during the shooting incident were found and arrested. They were also taken to the hospital where they are under police guard. A search is underway for the fifth suspect. Investigations into the matter continue.
The Provincial Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, applauded the members for a swift reaction that led to the arrest of the suspects.
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