A bizarre cash-in-transit heist in Diepkloof, Johannesburg, has taken the internet by storm, with a viral TikTok video showing a robber signaling locals to help themselves to the leftover cash. The chaotic scene, unfolding in broad daylight, was nothing short of a spectacle.
The dramatic event began when a group of armed robbers stormed a cash-in-transit vehicle. After stealing what they could, the robbers, in a shocking twist, signaled locals to raid the van for any remaining money. The video, shared by TikTok user @the_broer, has since gone viral, amassing over 1.6 million views.
As the robbers made a hasty getaway, a burning car blocked the road, adding to the chaos as Diepkloof residents rushed to scoop up the remaining loot. The chaotic footage left viewers both stunned and divided.
Social media users were split on how to interpret the robber’s actions. Some viewed it as a clever move to avoid leaving evidence, while others saw it as an act of generosity toward the community.
One commenter, @Xolani-Nyembe, speculated: “The reason he called the community is just to tamper with evidence.” Meanwhile, @fundi sarcastically wrote, “He actually called them! A kind-hearted thief.”
Another user, @K.Mohapi4, saw a tactical advantage in the robber’s actions: “Using the community as a distraction when they want to leave, that’s a different concept.” But @Vroskie._ seemed more amused, saying, “You can’t even be mad at this heist, to be honest.”
While the video may have offered some comic relief for viewers, it also raised concerns about the safety of cash-in-transit operations and the audacity of criminals. The incident, which blurred the lines between crime and community involvement, has become one of the most talked-about topics in Mzansi.
Watch the video below:
As the clip continues to spread, one thing is clear—Diepkloof has turned a routine robbery into a viral, real-life spectacle that has captured the imagination of South Africans.
