"The driver of the escort car was pulled out of the vehicle and his firearm taken, while the other suspects accosted the three guards in the [cash-in-transit] van as they were getting out.
“One guard was assaulted with what appears to be a hammer, while all the guards were disarmed of three 9mm firearms and a LM rifle.”
The official added that during the confrontation, the guards managed to jump into the cash-in-transit van and flee. “As they were driving away, the suspects fired several shots at the van to stop."
The guards sped off to Kwazakhele police station for assistance.
Officials confirmed that while none of the guards were shot, all had been assaulted and were traumatised by the attack.
Police spokesperson Captain Andre Beetge said a statement would be released later.
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