Gauteng police shot and killed four suspected robbers in Randfontein on Tuesday after a gunfight with officers from the Tactical Response Team.
The police intercepted the suspects after the Eastern Cape police’s Crime Intelligence Unit shared information that the group was planning to rob a businessman in Randfontein.
The businessman was reportedly en route to deposit a large sum of money at the bank.
Gunfight erupts on Ventersdorp Road
Officers from the Tactical Response Team spotted the suspects’ vehicle travelling on Ventersdorp Road.
Gauteng police deputy commissioner Major-General Fred Kekana said officers attempted to stop the vehicle, which carried four suspects.
“The suspects opened fire on our members, and the team returned fire. All four suspects were fatally wounded,” said Kekana.
Police recover weapons and muti
Police seized rifles and pistols at the scene. They also found traditional muti inside the suspects’ car, including on the seats.
Police noted that the vehicle had false number plates. A sticker on the petrol cap read: “Prayer is the key.”
Commenting on the failed robbery, Kekana said, “Neither worked for them, not their muti nor the prayers. They were doing something they shouldn’t have, and even the prayers ended up helping the police.”
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