Police Hunt Armed Robbers After Vlaakfontein Road Explosion Leaves Three Injured

Three Injured in Violent Cash-In-Transit Heist on Vlaakfontein Road

Dunnottar, [October 25, 2025] — Panic and chaos gripped the Vlaakfontein Road area earlier today following a daring daylight Cash-In-Transit (CIT) robbery that left three people injured, including an innocent pedestrian. The violent incident unfolded when a group of heavily armed men ambushed a security vehicle transporting cash.

Eyewitnesses reported that the assailants, traveling in a white BMW, intercepted the armored vehicle before detonating explosives to gain access to the cash compartments. The powerful explosion sent shockwaves through the area, damaging nearby property and causing injuries to both security personnel and a passerby who happened to be in the vicinity at the time of the blast.

Emergency responders and paramedics quickly arrived at the scene, providing immediate medical assistance to the wounded victims. The injured were later transported to nearby hospitals, where they are reportedly receiving treatment for varying degrees of injuries.

Law enforcement agencies, including the South African Police Service (SAPS) and specialized crime units, swiftly cordoned off the area to begin preliminary investigations. However, despite rapid police deployment, the suspects managed to flee the scene in their getaway vehicle, heading in an unknown direction.

Police have since launched a full-scale manhunt for the robbers and are appealing to the public for any information that could lead to their arrest. Authorities believe the attack was carefully planned, given the precision with which the criminals executed the ambush and detonation.

SAPS has urged residents and motorists to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities or vehicles matching the suspects’ description. The investigation into the incident continues as authorities work to bring those responsible to justice and recover the stolen cash.