One suspect was shot and killed and four suspects managed to evade arrest following an armed robbery on the M2 Highway today, 7 October 2024.
A white Ford Ranger bakkie blocked a grey SUV Mercedes Benz driven by a 66-year-old year male. Five suspects alighted from the bakkie and used a hammer to break the window. The suspects robbed the man of cash, cellphone, and a bag with a laptop.
Members of the Johannesburg Central SAPS Motor Bike Squad witnessed the suspects jumping into a white Ford Ranger with no registration plates and gave chase.
The suspects opened fire on police who retaliated. One suspect was fatally wounded whilst the remaining suspects evaded arrest.
One firearm and laptop were recovered inside the vehicle….
