11 arrested after armed business robbery in Laser Park

Police and private security teams arrested 11 suspects after an alleged armed business robbery in Laser Park on the morning of August 5, authorities and local security sources said.

Co‑ordinated response led to multiple arrests

According to Honeydew Community Policing Forum public relations officer Michael Steyn, private security teams were alerted to an armed robbery at a business near Zeiss Road shortly after 10:00. The Honeydew Emergency Security Network and other private security units responded immediately alongside police.

Members of GP Tactical arrested nine suspects travelling in one getaway truck, with assistance from an EC Reaction officer. Two additional suspects were later arrested in Zandspruit after fleeing the scene in another vehicle, bringing the total number of arrests to 11.

Weapons, stolen stock and a fleeing vehicle

Police recovered one firearm during the operation, along with a substantial quantity of stock allegedly taken in the robbery. Steyn said a third truck carrying stolen goods escaped before responders were alerted.

A bakkie that had been hijacked on Taylor Road was later recovered.

Shots fired, injuries reported

During the operation the suspects allegedly opened fire on responding security officers, injuring two EC Reaction officers. A member of the public was also shot after the suspects allegedly hijacked a bakkie at the corner of Taylor and Johan roads while attempting to flee.

Roads reopened and investigations continue

Steyn said Zeiss, Taylor and Zephania roads have reopened after the arrests. Police processed six crime scenes and an investigation into the alleged business robbery and related offences is ongoing.