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In a dramatic daylight robbery in Johannesburg’s CBD, four suspects were fatally shot following a fierce gun battle with police and private security officers. The confrontation unfolded shortly after a retail store was targeted, sparking a swift response from law enforcement.
Authorities traced the suspects, leading to a tense exchange of gunfire that ended with the suspects’ deaths. Firearms and multiple stolen cellphones were recovered at the scene. Investigations are ongoing to establish if the suspects were involved in other recent crimes in the area.
No injuries were reported among police or security personnel, marking a decisive moment in efforts to clamp down on armed robberies in Johannesburg’s central business district.
