Five men in a silver Honda (model & registration unknown) are being sought for robberies in Verulam & Tongaat – KZN.
Members of Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) were called out to Burbreeze in Tongaat – KZN this morning (Monday) at approximately 08:57 for a home invasion. On arrival, it was established that armed suspects forced their way into the residence and began assaulting a 78 year old man.
They thereafter confronted his 38 year old daughter in law & her 11 year old daughter. The robbers ransacked the home and fled with a 42 inch TV, jewellery, an HP laptop and other electronic devices. The elderly male sustained injuries from the assault and was transported privately to a medical facility.
At approximately 09:37, Reaction Officers were dispatched to Pertunia Drive in Redcliffe – KZN after receiving reports of an attempted house robbery (video posted). According to the victim, they noticed the suspects entering the yard when they called out for assistance from neighbours. The robbers fled without confronting the homeowner and his family.
While attending to the scene in Redcliffe – KZN, RUSA Members received reports of a robbery in Cordoba Gardens – KZN. On arrival, the victim informed Officers that he was confronted by two gunmen who robbed him of his wallet, cellphone and car keys.
After interviewing witnesses and victims, Reaction Officers confirmed that it was the same vehicle used in all three incidents.