Police seek help in catching business robbers

Gqeberha police are appealing for public assistance in a business robbery investigation.

Police spokesperson Captain Sandra Janse van Rensburg said the incident took place on Tuesday afternoon in Newton Street, Newton Park.

“Two unknown males knocked on the door [of the business] and the security officer informed them that they had already closed for the day.

“The suspects then pointed [a firearm] at the security officer and forced their way into the premises,” she said.

Two more robbers then entered the premises.

She said the robbers then threatened the customers waiting inside.

“[They] made them lie down on the floor and took their cellphones and a Samsung TV.

“The suspects fled in a Toyota Corolla that was waiting outside the premises.”

Anyone who can assist the police with information should contact the Mount Road police station on 082-779-7186 or SAPS Crime Stop on 08600-10111.

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