Investigations Into Tellos Restaurant Incident After Viral Robbery at Popular Sebokeng Establishment
- Gauteng police are investigating a case of business robbery after a viral clip showed thugs holding up a restaurant in Sebokeng
- The incident happened at the well-known eatery, Tellos Restaurant, during which the suspects got away with an amount of cash
- The police's Sergeant Nthabiseng Mokhachane told Briefly News that after robbing the place, the gunmen got away with R2,500
- The police urged the public to come forward with any information which may assist in identifying and arresting the suspects
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GAUTENG — Police are investigating a harrowing armed robbery at the popular Sebokeng establishment Tellos Restaurant.
It follows the terror unleashed by gun-toting thugs, who shook up the eatery in the Vaal two weeks ago, in a viral incident caught on CCTV.
Sebokeng cops hunt restaurant robbers
The thugs could be seen entering as waiting staff worked a busy weekend shift at about 7.18 pm on Saturday, 8 February 2025.
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Fear and panic washed across the restaurant as the workers stared down the barrel of a gun, amid hefty demands from the robbers for loot.
An assailant is captured forcing who appears to be the manager into compliance. Within minutes, cash is handed to the thugs, who make off without causing more damage, while they do not fire any shots.
Since then, police have launched an investigation into the business robbery.
Sedibeng police spokesperson Sergeant Nthabiseng Mokhachane called on the public to assist in identifying the suspects.
Mokhachane said the incident happened as an employee headed downstairs to fetch ice when two unknown men approached.
"They ordered him to lie down at gunpoint and he complied. One of the suspects went to the other side of the restaurant and ordered the customers to the ground," she said.
"They then demanded money from the till as well as safe keys, but were told the business did not have a safe. After the robbery, they [fled with] about R2,500 in cash."
Sebokeng police asked the public to assist with any information which may lead to the arrest of the suspects.
Anyone with information about the suspects' whereabouts can contact Sebokeng police on 082 498 9563, 080 600 10111, or via the MySAPS App.
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Tellos management released a Facebook statement lamenting the robbery and assured customers and staff's safety was the business's top priority.
"We are shocked and saddened by the armed robbery that occurred at our restaurant. [Since then], we're cooperating fully with the authorities to investigate the incident and ensure those responsible are brought to book.
"Contrary to some reports, we'd like to clarify that no customers' belongings were stolen during the incident. The perpetrators only targeted the restaurant's fund; no customers' personal property was taken.
"Our security systems and protocols allowed us to capture substantial information surrounding the incident. We're working closely with law enforcement to analyse this data and identify those responsible.
"We're taking immediate action to review and enhance our security measures to prevent similar, potential future incidents. Our customers' and staff's well-being remains our utmost priority.
"We want to thank our customers for their understanding and support during this difficult time. If you have any information concerning the incident, please contact us on 064 531 9879."
Brazen residential estate robbery
In a related story, Briefly News reported that a video of a brazen daylight robbery outside an affluent Fourways estate went viral.
A vigilant motorist captured the violent scenes while seemingly passing through the Johannesburg North area. The video of the incident was posted on the @MDNnewss X page on Thursday, 13 February.
In the short 14-second clip, what appears to be a sleek black Mercedes-Benz G-Class or G-Wagon, is seen being blocked at the front entrance gate.
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