Gang targets smallholdings in violent robberies in Hartbeespoort area

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Police believe a gang is behind a series of violent home invasions at smallholdings around Hartbeespoort Dam in the North West

The next evening in Skuilkloof, a 37-year-old woman, a 20-year-old and three children were attacked at home.

“The suspects surprised them by walking into the kitchen. The older victim was allegedly assaulted and the suspects took clothes, shoes, electrical equipment and jewellery. “They also took the keys of a Kia Sportage and fled the scene. The victims ran to a nearby house that is still under construction to hide away. The oldest boy ran off barefoot to a neighbour’s house to call for help,” Myburgh said.

The vehicle was found nearby after colliding with an electric fence. A case of robbery is under investigation.A 49-year-old man was woken when the door was kicked open. “He was assaulted with an iron rod on his legs and threatened with a knife. Money, a radio and a cellular phone were stolen. His neighbours in the compound were also woken abruptly and robbed of their money, electrical equipment and cellular phones.”“A gang consisting of an estimated seven suspects is active in the Hartbeespoort Dam area, concentrating on smallholdings,” said Myburgh.

 

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