Father And Son Arrested Following Cash-In-Transit Heist In Soweto

Gauteng police have arrested two men in connection with a daring cash-in-transit heist that took place in Diepkloof, Soweto, on Saturday, 16 November. The incident drew the attention of numerous community members who hoped to collect cash from the scene.

The suspects, a 25-year-old and a 53-year-old appeared in court on Monday, with their case being postponed for further proceedings.

Incident Details

The incident occurred at approximately 4:00 PM when a cash van was en route to collect money from a store in Diepkloof Square. The van was intercepted at the corner of Immink Road and Letsoaka Street by an old grey E-class Mercedes Benz.

The cash van lost control and rolled over. Around 15 armed suspects then attacked the van, using explosives to access its contents and escaping with an undisclosed amount of cash.

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According to Captain Tintswalo Sibeko, a spokesperson for the South African Police Service (SAPS), the driver of the cash van sustained injuries to his right side, while a 21-year-old male bystander suffered a gunshot wound to the neck and is currently receiving medical treatment. The explosion also caused damage to nearby houses.

Two Men Arrested

During the preliminary investigation, the suspects, identified as a father and son, were apprehended for possession of a stolen vehicle and attempting to obstruct justice after the vehicle was discovered at their residence.

Captain Sibeko has urged anyone with information about the incident to come forward or contact their nearest police station. Information can also be reported anonymously through Crime Stop at 08600 10111 or via the MySAPS App. Some civilians, in their attempt to collect cash, inadvertently contaminated the crime scene by leaving their fingerprints on the cash van.

Forensic investigator Calvin Rafadi has warned against touching a cash van after a robbery, noting that fingerprints collected at the scene can later be traced to individuals during roadblocks or other investigations.

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As the festive season approaches, the public is advised to remain vigilant, as criminals often increase their activities to fund their lifestyles, including purchasing luxury items and expensive alcohol.

Earlier this month, the Police Ministry and senior officials from SAPS met with representatives from the Cash-In-Transit Association of South Africa to address the persistent issue of cash-in-transit robberies. These crimes are most prevalent in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Eastern Cape.

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