DESPITE the robbery of a fast-food outlet and a liquor store in Humansdorp within a week, one of which tragically resulted in the death of an employee, police data confirms that there has been no increase in business robberies in the area.
As previously reported, at around 17:30 on January 28, two male suspects allegedly entered a store in Humansdorp, pointed firearms at the staff, and demanded money.
The suspects then fled with an undisclosed amount of cash. Police spokesperson, Warrant Officer Majola Nkohli, confirmed that the business was a KFC outlet.
Less than one week later, on February 3 at about 08:10, four men, two of whom were armed with firearms, entered a liquor store in Humansdorp through the delivery entrance at the back.
A scuffle then broke out between the suspects and the store’s employees, which resulted in the fatal shooting of employee, Werner Bouwer.
Nkohli said that the suspects managed to flee the scene. The liquor store has been confirmed to be the Grand Liquor Store.
Although the two robberies occurred shortly after each other, Nkohli said that their records show that there has been no increase in business robberies in Humansdorp.
“There were only two business robbery incidents reported. The first incident was reported on January 28 at KFC. Another incident was reported on February 3 at Grand Liquor Store, where an employee was fatally shot,” said Nkohli.
He said that a team of seasoned detectives is assigned to work on these two cases. However, they have not yet had a breakthrough in either case.
“Police are urging anyone with information that could assist with their investigation,” said Nkohli. He said that individuals who can assist with information can contact the investigating team at 081 234 7783.
The information may also be shared via the Crime Stop number on 08600 10111.
