Manhunt was launched for five armed robbery suspects after a well-known wholesale was robbed at gunpoint in Welkom on 22 July 2023 at 11:30. It was reported that after the robbery, suspects flee the scene using a white Toyota Corolla with the number plate HCD 579 FS with undisclosed amount to money.
Preliminary investigation reveals that the number plates on the vehicle were false. Detective Sergeant Andrew Lechesa of Welkom Serious and Violent Crimes can be contacted at cellphone number 060 985 9330, #CrimeStop number 08600 10111 or #MySAPSApp.