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The Hawks<\/a>\u2019 Serious Organised Crime Investigation unit in the Free State is investigating a cash-in-transit robbery and attempted murder following a brazen attack on the N8 near the Botshabelo-West T-junction. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The scene of the cash-in-transit robbery that took place on the N8 near Botshabelo in the Free State on Saturday. PHOTO: Free State World<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

On Saturday morning 16 May at approximately 07:30, according to preliminary information, three security guards travelling in an armoured cash delivery vehicle, accompanied by two guards in an escort vehicle, were driving along the route when their vehicle was allegedly rammed by a BMW, forcing it to a halt. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The suspects allegedly robbed the security guards of a service pistol before seizing an undisclosed amount of cash. The group then fled the scene in several vehicles, including a white Ford Ranger, a silver Mercedes-Benz and a charcoal JAC, travelling in the direction of Bloemfontein. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Authorities also believe that an Audi Q5 linked to the robbery may have headed towards Ladybrand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

During the incident, one of the security guards travelling in the escort vehicle was shot in the leg. He was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Suspect in cash-in-transit robbery found dead after explosives accident<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Hawks have appealed to members of the public to assist with information that could lead to the arrest of the suspects. Anyone with information is urged to contact the nearest police station or dial 075 988 1432. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Police have warned the public not to approach the suspects, who are considered heavily armed and dangerous.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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