A brazen cash in transit heist took place on Pascoe Road, near Umlazi Mega City, on Wednesday afternoon, involving multiple suspects reportedly armed with high calibre firearms.
According to preliminary information, explosives were used on the cash in transit vehicle, and an undisclosed amount of cash was loaded into getaway vehicles before the suspects attempted to flee.
A shootout reportedly ensued as SAPS and security partners converged on the scene. 3 suspects were reportedly shot dead, These details remain subject to confirmation by SAPS.
Gunfire was heard across parts of Umlazi and Prospecton. KZN VIP’s Emergency Medical teams were called to assist nearby following reports that a bystander had been struck by a stray bullet, causing them to fall and sustain serious injuries.
KZN VIP medics assessed and treated the injured before transporting them to an appropriate medical facility for further care.
The scene was secured for SAPS to conduct further investigations.
This is a developing story. Further updates will follow as confirmed information becomes available.
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