Hawks nab Pavilion heist suspects in Gauteng

Hawks nab Pavilion heist suspects in Gauteng

The Hawks expect to make more arrests in connection with last week's robbery at the Pavilion Shopping Centre in Westville.   


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A gang, clad in municipal work gear, stormed a jewellery store on Thursday and made off with goods.


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The Hawks arrested four suspects in Gauteng on Friday night after members were tipped off about their whereabouts.

Provincial spokesperson, Simphiwe Mhlongo says they are due in court this week.

"At this stage, the operation is still in progress. Officers are busy with the suspects," said Mhlongo.


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He says the path their investigation will continue along will be determined by whether the clothing and jewellery found in the possession of the suspects is from the shop that was robbed.

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