Two injured during robbery

08 October 2009 - 02:00
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TWO people were shot and R50000 stolen during an armed robbery in Tsolo outside Mthatha yesterday, Eastern Cape police said.

TWO people were shot and R50000 stolen during an armed robbery in Tsolo outside Mthatha yesterday, Eastern Cape police said.

Superintendent Mzukisi Fatyela said four armed men entered a convenience store at about 10am. "They opened fire on the security guards. A security guard and the manager were injured. The robbers fled with R50000."

Police were called and a high-speed chase ensued. One of the robbers was arrested. The other three are still at large.

"We are still searching for them. We are trying to link the gang to other crimes in the area," Fatyela said. - Sapa