Police in Thohoyandou have recovered four of the five vehicles stolen during a violent armed robbery at a Habudeli filling station, while a manhunt continues for the 10 armed suspects.
The incident occurred in the early hours of Monday, 6 April, at about 02:30, when approximately 10 unknown male suspects, all armed with firearms, stormed a petrol station in Habudeli.
Police said the suspects forced their way into the premises, broke open a safe and stole about R80,000 in cash. During the incident, one of the vehicle owners was shot. The victim’s condition has not been disclosed.
The recovered vehicles include a blue Ford Raptor, a white Ford Ranger Wildtrak, a black VW Polo sedan and a white VW Polo GTI. A white Ford Figo remains outstanding.
Police have launched a manhunt for the suspects, and investigations into charges of business robbery, attempted murder and carjacking are ongoing.
Anyone with information that may assist in the arrest of the suspects or in locating the outstanding vehicle is urged to contact the investigating officer, Sergeant Takalani Mulaudzi, on 082 487 6319, the nearest police station, or the Crime Stop number 08600 10111. Information can also be shared anonymously via the MySAPSApp.