Police detectives are on the hunt for at least four suspects who stormed into a small holding in Oyster Bay Road, St Francis Bay yesterday, Saturday, May 15.
According to Sergeant Majola Nkohli, it is alleged that at about 20:30, the complainant was opening a kitchen door for the dogs, when she saw two men armed with firearms standing right in front of the door.
“One of the suspects fired a shot into the air and marshalled her back into the house, where she and her husband were held at gunpoint. The two other suspects brought in a tenant from an outside cottage. All three victims were held at gunpoint and also tied with electric cables,” Nkohli said.
He added that the suspects allegedly fled the scene with jewellery and cell phones.
“No person was injured during the incident. At this stage, it is unknown whether a getaway vehicle was used. A case of house robbery has been opened for further investigation.
Anyone with information can contact the investigating officer, Detective Sergeant Marco Roscherr at 060 358 8906. The information may also be shared anonymously via Crime Stop at 08600 10111.
