Western Cape police arrest seven suspects for two different business robberies

Published on

By Smile Staff Reporter


Add Smile FM on Google

alcohol stolen
Image for illustrative purposes only

Western Cape police this past week arrested several suspects for two different business robberies.

Worcester police arrested five men after they robbed a business in the Western Cape town of Riebeeck West.

Police spokesperson Sergeant Wesley Twigg says the men, between the ages of 26 and 40, were also found in possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition.

Police also arrested two men in Kleinvlei yesterday morning after they robbed a small business in the area.

Members of the Maitland Flying Squad and the K9 Unit responded to the emergency call with law enforcers having to chase down the suspects to effect the arrests.

Follow the latest SAPS updates here.

Related articles:

Smile Staff Reporter
Smile Staff Reporter

Latest articles

Previous article
Stellenbosch University student arrested for allegedly raping a fellow student
Next article
Homeowners will have to fork out more on interest, this due to higher food prices

Things every South African needs to know about having a will

Smile Staff Reporter -
 There are many things South Africans need to know about having a will. So says Mariska Redelinghuys, the Employee Benefits and Fiduciary Specialist at...

OPINION: Annual two-pot withdrawals could cost an employee R1 million at retirement

Smile Staff Reporter -
Annual two-pot withdrawals could cost an employee R1 million at retirement. R399 600 now, or R1.01 million more later. That's the choice facing employees...

25 years since 9/11: Remembering September 11

Smile Staff Reporter -
 The world is marking 25 years since the September 11 attacks in the United States, which claimed the lives of nearly 3,000 people. Memorial services...