During the early hours of this morning (2018-10-19) at 04:05 Diep River police responded to a house robbery call at a residence in Evermonde Road, Plumstead. The complainant was woken up by three suspects, all armed with knives. The suspects demanded firearms and tied the complainant and his wife whilst they ransacked the house.
Various items such as televisions, household goods, cellphones, jewellery, firearms and an undisclosed amount of money were taken. The suspects then fled the premises on foot.
Police members and Neighbourhood watch members acted swiftly and searched the area for the suspects. They arrested two suspects aged 32 and 35, where they were found hiding in the near vicinity.
Most of the stolen items, including a firearm were recovered. Once charged the suspects will appear in the Wynberg Magistrates’ Court.
The Western Cape Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Khombinkosi Jula praised the community for working together with the police to bring the perpetrators to justice.
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