An attempted ATM bombing occurred at one of the social grant pay-points in Embalenhle this morning.
According to information, close to 100 senior citizens went to the area to receive their grants when a group of robbers, armed with rifles, stormed the pay-point. A security guard and one of the robbers opened fire. One of the robbers was fatally wounded. The robbers fled the scene in three vehicles, two white Mercedes Benz and a silver grey Audi.
A detonator was found already fitted in one of the teller machines when Police arrived.
Anyone who has information pertaining to this incident, is requested to contact Captain Mangondzweni Nkosi at 0798915324 or nearest police station.
Crime Stop can also be contacted on 08600 10111.
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