Kathu ‘Pep stores’ armed robbery, 2 suspects arrested

South African Police Service

Kathu ‘Pep stores’ armed robbery, 2 suspects arrested
Kathu 'Pep stores' armed robbery, 2 suspects arrested. Photo: SAPS

Police in Kathu have arrested two armed robbers on the morning of 9 November 2019, after Kathu Pep stores was robbed. The store was robbed by the two suspects at about 08:40. Suspects allegedly fired some shots and no injuries were reported.

The arrest was a joint reaction by Kathu SAPS members and Rhino Security.

An unlicensed firearm with two live rounds of ammunition, substantial amount of cash and cable ties were recovered from the suspects. The two suspects aged 26 and 28 are from Dikgweng outside Kuruman.

The Cluster Commander of Johan Taolo Gaetsewe, Major General Bean has applauded the good joint work of Kathu SAPS and Rhino security. He pointed out that police in the Cluster and all role players are ready to deal with would-be criminals. John Taolo Gaetsewe Cluster has no space for criminals and perpetrators will be dealt with harshly in accordance with the law, concluded General Bean.

The two armed robbers are expected to appear before the Kathu Magistrates’ Court on Monday 11 November 2019.

Police investigation continues.

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SOURCESouth African Police Service