JUST IN: Armed robbers storm Gateway jewellery store

The incident took place just before the shops opened this morning.

Investigators from SAPS are currently working at the scene. 

Officials have currently cordoned the store off and can be seen scouring through the crime scene.

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Inside the store, shattered glass can be seen everywhere. 

Employees at shop’s close by, say they heard a big bang and the sound of glass shattering.

Moments later, they saw suspects running out of the mall’s entrance 5. 

According to Reaction Unit South Africa, shots were fired, and suspects made off with jewellery and other items.  

This is the second robbery at a jewellery store at the mall in the space of three months.

Last November, armed robbers stormed another store and made off with several items.

Gateway confirms that a robbery took place at the centre at approximately 8.35 am. 

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A statement from the mall confirmed that no tenants or customers were harmed during the incident.

“The Centre’s security teams immediately responded to the scene and the South African Police Services (SAPS) were notified and responded to the scene soon after,” the statement said.

“The perpetrators made off with an undisclosed amount of goods. The safety and security of customers and tenants is of utmost importance and we are working with the SAPS to assist with their investigation." 

The centre has been secured and is operating and trading as normal, as per lockdown regulations.