Security guards disarmed, hijacking suspects sought

NELSPRUIT – Two on-duty security guards were robbed of their company firearms before the robbers made off with their company vehicle in Bushbuckridge yesterday, Thursday 25 August 2022.

According to information, the two security personnel were parked whilst monitoring the area when two suspects emerged, fired shots before disarming them and hijacked their company’s vehicle.

Two cellphones and a bullet resistance vest which was in the vehicle was also taken.

The vehicle was later found abounded at one of the streets in Dwarsloop power.

Anyone who might assist may contact the investigating officer Captain Evans Mashego on 082 319 9732 or Crime stop number on 08600 10111. Alternatively members of the public can send information via MySAPS App. All received information will be treated confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.

Source: South African Police Service