Police Fatally Shoot Four Suspects in High-Speed OR Tambo Robbery Chase

• Four men linked to follow-home robberies from OR Tambo International Airport were killed in a shootout with SAPS and private security in Yeoville
• Police recovered three firearms, cellphones, gloves, and a getaway vehicle at the cordoned-off scene
• Authorities say the operation is part of a crackdown on organised “trio crimes” and urge travellers to stay vigilant

YEOVILLE – Four men linked to follow-home robberies targeting travellers from OR Tambo International Airport died in a gun battle with SAPS officers and private security following a high-speed chase.

The suspects were reportedly tailing a potential victim when spotted, prompting a confrontation near Eckstein and St Peter streets. During the shootout, police recovered three firearms, cellphones, gloves, and a getaway vehicle at the cordoned-off scene.

Authorities said the operation is part of broader efforts to curb organised “trio crimes,” including house robberies and carjackings. Travellers from the airport are urged to remain vigilant as the investigation continues.

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Source: Briefly News