Five armed suspects interrupted a school staff meeting in Gqeberha and robbed the attendees of their belongings before fleeing the scene.
27 August 2021 - 11:50Eastern Cape police are investigating a case of business robbery after five armed suspects robbed teachers at a primary school in Zwide on Thursday. File photo.Five armed suspects interrupted a school staff meeting on Thursday, robbing the attendees of their belongings.
Police spokesperson Capt Gerda Swart said the incident happened at around midday while staff at a school in Qogi Street in Zwide, Gqeberha, were meeting in the school hall. One teacher noticed three men walking in a passage. When asked what they were doing there, one pointed a firearm at the teacher.
“The suspects then entered the hall and ordered the group to lie down. The suspects took their belongings [cellphones, a laptop and handbag] and walked out of the hall,” Swart said.“The school had closed early so there were no pupils on the premises.” Anyone who can assist the police in their investigation is asked to contact detective Capt Frank van der Berg on 082-394-5957, Crime Stop on 08600-10111 or their nearest police station. All information is confidential and callers may remain anonymous.
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