Two males aged 28 were arrested by the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) IIOC Undercover Reaction Unit for common robbery and possession of a dangerous weapon in Hillbrow, Johannesburg.
On Sunday, 29 October 2023, whilst conducting foot patrols at Twist Street and Pietersen Street in Hillbrow following robberies happening around Vannin Court officers heard a lady screaming and noticed two males, with one choking her from behind and the other male searching her.
The officers engaged the suspects and managed to apprehend both of them. When searched a knife, a cellphone, a power bank and a driver’s license were found in their possession.
Upon apprehension, it was discovered that the suspects are linked to several robberies in the area including the robbery of tourists as seen in multiple videos circulating on social media.
The suspects were detained at Hilbrow SAPS where a case docket was opened for further investigation.
Issued by the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department Communication Unit.
