Bassonia armed robbers caught after high-speed chase through Joburg CBD
According to a statement by Fox Security, the suspects approached a resident and robbed him at gunpoint in the Bassonia area. Details of the vehicle used in the crime were circulated to the Fox Tactical Unit, which immediately began tracking it.
With the help of License Plate Recognition (LPR) cameras, the vehicle was located in the Johannesburg CBD. Fox Security, along with Mondeor CPF Sector 1, responded and searched the area where it was last seen.
Moments later, the suspects' vehicle was spotted again, leading to a high-speed pursuit through the city streets. The chase ended when the Fox Tactical Unit managed to intercept and stop the vehicle.
Both suspects were arrested on the scene and are currently detained at Mondeor SAPS. The vehicle used in the robbery was impounded.
Fox Security extended its thanks to JMPD for their quick assistance in the operation.
ALSO READ: Fox Tactical arrests duo wanted for armed robbery and murder in Mondeor
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