KZN VIP Security and Emergency Medical Teams are currently in attendance at the scene of a cash in transit heist which occurred on Old Inanda Road in the Verulam area a short while ago.
Initial reports indicate that a cash in transit vehicle was intercepted by two suspect vehicles carrying approximately ten heavily armed suspects.
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It is alleged that the suspects opened fire on the vehicle before detonating explosives on the armoured truck.
An undisclosed amount of cash as well as firearms were reportedly taken during the incident. The suspects fled the scene in the direction of Inanda.
Fortunately, no security officers sustained injuries during the incident.
KZN VIP Emergency Medical Teams are currently on scene assessing three occupants from the cash in transit vehicle as a precautionary measure.
Jabu Ngcobo (Old Inanda Road) has been closed between Dawncrest and Mountview to allow SAPS to conduct their investigation.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and make use of alternative routes.
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All emergency services are currently in attendance.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
