Following a business robbery on Wednesday, 18 October, things are back to normal at Gugulethu Mall.
Centre manager Reginald Bunton described the incident as “one of those things that happen at every mall. “We continued to operate yesterday,” he told City Vision. He added: “It was the first incident after such a long time. I can’t even remember when was the last incident but everything is fine now”
According to police, a 36-year-old complainant and two assistants were inside an undisclosed store when three armed men entered the shop.
“They pointed at them with firearms, demanding money and cellular telephones. One of them went straight to the cash register and took an undisclosed amount of cash, while the other one searched one of the assistants and took his cellular phone. After that, they left and fled the scene. No shots were fired,” said Western Cape police spokesperson Capt F.C Van Wyk.
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He said the police are investigating a case of business robbery.
Gugulethu Development Forum secretary Vincent Domingo condemned the incident and said it tarnished the neighbourhood’s image. He urged the community to remain vigilant, especially at this time of the year.
“We know it is that time of the year when criminals are targeting business centres to make quick money. Police visibility is important, especially around business centres. We would be pleased if we could have a satellite station near the mall to ensure that it is safe,” said Domingo.
Anyone with any information about this incident is kindly requested to contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111.