Walmer detectives are on the hunt for four
suspects after a robbery at a business premises in Walmer yesterday afternoon.
The incident occurred at approximately 16:00
when a shop in Heugh Road, Walmer, was about to close and four unknown
males entered.
Police spokesperson, Capt. Sandra Janse van
Rensburg, said that as one of the assistants attempted to shut the door, the
suspect allegedly slammed the door into her finger, thus injuring her.
“One of the suspects was armed with a
firearm and forced both females, aged 24 and 52 years, to the back of the shop,
while the other suspects raided the shop,” Janse van Rensburg said.
“Two cell phones, a laptop and cash were
taken. It is further alleged that one of the victims was assaulted with a fire
extinguisher on her head. The security alarm was activated and both victims
were taken to hospital for treatment prior to police arrival,” she added.
A case of business robbery was opened for
investigation. Anyone who can assist police with information that can lead to
the arrests of the suspects, can contact Walmer detectives on 041 581 1496
or Crime Stop on 08600 10111. They can also visit their nearest police station.
