Police in Dobsonville, Soweto, foiled a planned cash-in-transit (CIT) robbery, resulting in a deadly shootout with suspects on 03 February 2024[1][2]. Officers acted on intelligence and intercepted the suspects before they could attack a CIT cash van. As police arrived, they were met by gunfire; police returned fire, fatally wounding two suspects. Multiple firearms, including an R5 rifle and three AK47s, plus three vehicles linked to the crime, were recovered[1][2].
The operation was part of ongoing SAPS efforts to combat serious and violent crimes, with the National Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola, commending the team’s efforts and vowing continued vigilance and enforcement against CIT crimes[1][2]. After the shootout, a manhunt was launched for other suspects who escaped on foot, and authorities encouraged public assistance through crime hotlines[1][2].
In related police operations in the area, five suspects were arrested and additional firearms and vehicles were seized following intelligence-driven interventions[3][4]. The Gauteng Police Deputy Commissioner confirmed the success was due to community tip-offs and coordinated multidisciplinary action. Law enforcement continues to prioritize disrupting organised crime in the province, with officials publicly commending the courage and coordination exhibited during these recent incidents[4][5].
References
- [1] Police foils cash-in-transit heist in Dobsonville, two robbers shot dead, R5 and three AK47s recovered (Arrive Alive)
- [2] Police foils cash-in-transit heist in Dobsonville, two robbers shot dead, R5 and three AK47s recovered (Arrive Alive)
- [3] Joburg police stop robbers dead in their tracks – eNCA
- [4] Two suspects fatally wounded and five arrested – SAPS
- [5] Minister of Police commends multidisciplinary team for successful intervention – SAPS
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