An attempted cash-in-transit (CIT) heist rocked the Johannesburg suburb of Selby on Sunday, as explosions and the sound of gunfire disrupted the morning.
Selby CIT heist: Here’s what we know so far
Early reports indicate that an unknown number of suspects targeted a money truck, leaving behind significant damage but failing to access the cash.
According to preliminary information, the heist unfolded with explosive force as suspects tried to breach the armoured vehicle.
Images from the scene show the aftermath of the attack, including debris and scorched remains of the vehicle. Witnesses described the sound of blasts and gunfire.
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As of now, authorities have not confirmed whether any suspects have been apprehended or whether there were injuries. Police have been contacted for further details, and updates are expected as the investigation unfolds.
CIT heists in 2024: A growing concern
In 2024, cash-in-transit robberies saw an increase, with 97 arrests related to these crimes reported in the first half of the year.
During this period, 18 AK-47 rifles and 35 vehicles were seized as part of anti-crime operations.
Notable incidents included a heist on the N2 highway in KwaZulu-Natal, where a money truck was bombed, resulting in one fatality and a serious injury to a security guard.
In another case, law enforcement in the Free State recovered R6 million in stolen cash and detained four suspects involved in a robbery.
