The Police’ in Lebowakgomo in Capricorn District have launched a manhunt for two unknown suspects who allegedly held security guards at gunpoint at a Hardware store in Lebowakgomo on Wednesday, 04 October 2023, at about 17:15.

It is alleged that two Security guards were patrolling the premises at the hardware store when two unknown suspects held them at gunpoint, tied them up, and beat them with a garden spade and iron rod.

The following day, one of the employees discovered the victims and informed the Police’ and ambulance. They were both taken to a local hospital since they were severely injured.

The Police opened a case of business robbery. During investigation, police also discovered that a Nissan UD truck loaded with cement was stolen along with other equipment valued at over R300, 000.

The Provincial Commissioner of the South African Police Service in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, has strongly condemned the incident and ordered the swift arrest of the suspects.

Anyone with informati
on on the whereabouts of the suspects is urged to immediately contact Investigating Officer Colonel Mmapitsi Sekotlong at 082 565 8426 or Crime Stop number 08600 10111, alternatively report to the nearest Police’ Station, or share information on MySAPS App.

The Police’ investigation is continuing.

Source: South African Police Service