Deadly Durban Cash-in-Transit Leaves 1 Suspect Dead and Guards Injured

In a harrowing incident on Monday morning, a suspected criminal met his end during a cash-in-transit heist in Durban, while two security guards sustained critical injuries.

The attack occurred off Warwick Avenue in the heart of Durban’s central business district at approximately 8 am, sending shockwaves through the community.

Garrith Jamieson, a representative from ALS Paramedics, detailed the emergency response to the scene, stating:

“ALS Paramedics Medical Services arrived on the scene to find SAPS (SA Police Service) already on the scene.”

The two security officers, discovered with multiple gunshot wounds, were in critical condition, prompting immediate action from Advanced Life Support Paramedics.

The paramedics worked diligently to stabilize the injured guards before transporting them urgently to a nearby Durban hospital for essential care.

Tragically, one man, believed to be a suspect in the heist, suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.

The events leading up to the incident remain unknown, and investigations are underway by the South African Police Service (SAPS) to shed light on the circumstances surrounding the heist.

DRK Tactical, another private security company present at the scene, shared further details, asserting that a group of armed individuals allegedly robbed the cash van after it had collected money from a local business.

The suspects reportedly fled the scene with an undisclosed amount of money, adding a layer of complexity to the ongoing investigation.

Cait Hagerman, a spokesperson for DRK Tactical, provided insight into the unfolding events, underscoring the severity of the situation.

It is alleged the suspects got away with an undisclosed amount of money.

The SAPS has been approached for official comment, and updates will be provided once received.

Cash-in-transit crisis in South Africa

Cash-in-transit heists continue to pose a serious threat to public safety and the security industry in South Africa.

This latest incident in Durban serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by security personnel and law enforcement officers in the line of duty.

As the investigation unfolds, communities anxiously await answers and measures to reduce the escalating trend of violent heists across the country.

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