By Lehlohonolo Lehana.
A 15 man gang of armed robbers targeted Crossover International at the Lakeside Mall earlier today in Benoni.
According to Captain Nomsa Sekele, spokesperson for the Benoni Police Station, 15 armed men stormed the store just after 12:00. They took merchandise and demanded money.
“A shoot-out ensued between security personnel and the suspects, “said Sekele.
“No arrests have been made yet. A case of business robbery and attempted murder has been opened for investigation,” added Seleke.
Spokesperson Russel Meiring said the paramedic service and Life Healthcare arrived on the scene to find the SAPS and security members already in attendance.
“Medics were led into the rear of a shop, where a man was found with a minor wound to his buttocks. A woman was found in another shop with a minor wound to her chest.
“Both patients were treated and transported to a private hospital for further care,” Meiring said.