Off-duty police sergeant robbed in Winterveld
An off-duty police sergeant was robbed in Winterveld, north of Pretoria.
An off-duty police sergeant has been robbed in the Winterveld area, which is north of Pretoria. The officer responded to an advertisement for a car, and upon arrival, he and his girlfriend were taken captive by eight men. The robbers withdrew R39 000 from the police officer’s account, and also stole his service pistol and cellphones.
The incident occurred on Friday afternoon when the officer and his girlfriend went to meet the alleged seller of the car. According to the report, the eight men attacked them with guns, demanded the police officer’s bank card and PIN number, and took R39 000 from his bank account.
The police are looking for the suspects and have started an investigation into what happened. The police have also urged the public to be cautious when responding to advertisements for the sale of goods or services, especially when meeting strangers.
Over the past few months, a significant number of individuals have been victims of similar scams in South Africa. Criminal groups promote the sale of automobiles through a variety of social media networks. Upon arrival, these individuals are subjected to robbery and theft.
The robbery of an off-duty police sergeant in Winterveld is a stark reminder of the dangers of fake advertisements online. The police must work tirelessly to apprehend the suspects and bring them to justice. Additionally, people must take extra precautions to protect themselves and their loved ones.
