Nelspruit – Police have launched a manhunt for two suspects who attacked and robbed a couple at a farm in White River, north of Nelspruit, in Mpumalanga.
The two suspects allegedly robbed the couple of their vehicle, firearms, ammunition and a telescope on Saturday, said Colonel Mtsholi Bhembe on Monday.
The attack took place at around 11:00 when the husband and the wife were returning from town, said Bhembe.
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Bhembe said the suspects reportedly broke open the safe door inside the house.
He said they took four .38 Special revolvers with 25 rounds, a .303 hunting rifle with 40 rounds, two shotguns, a .22 rifle, and a telescope.
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“In the meantime, the husband managed to untie himself and ran to the tar road for assistance, where he then called a security company. The suspects are reported to have tried stealing a Nissan bakkie but failed, however they managed to steal the couple’s silver Mercedes-Benz, with the registration number FNG 547 MP,” he said.
Police appealed to anyone who may assist in the investigation to contact Warrant Officer Joubs Joubert at 082 7144 983.
