There are heightened concerns for the safety of vulnerable people who have become the latest targets in a string of house robberies in the Northern Suburbs in recent weeks.
This comes after an elderly woman was attacked during a violent break-in on Retief Street in Oakdale last Thursday.
A private security company was called to the scene that day and noted that the woman was attacked and robbed after suspects gained entry to her home in Oakdale, Bellville.
According to the company, SJC Security Services, its officers were called to the scene at approximately 12:56 and discovered that the elderly female client had allegedly been assaulted, stabbed and restrained by two suspects who had gained entry by damaging a window.
Information provided by the family, together with cellphone tracking, reportedly helped the officers narrow down the suspects’ whereabouts. The company noted that two individuals matching the descriptions were located following coordinated communication and an extensive search of the surrounding area.
“Several items believed to have been stolen, including cellphones, electronic devices, shopping cards and clothing, were recovered. The client subsequently positively identified both suspects.”
Bellville Police have confirmed the incident, noting that a man and woman were arrested. Investigations into the matter are underway.
According to reports, just days prior, a 94-year-old woman was tied up and robbed in Kenridge. It follows a string of house robberies reported in Brackenfell, Stellenberg, Protea Heights and Kuils River since 23 October.
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