Durban — Police are currently on the hunt for suspects who were spotted by CCTV cameras looting a retail store in Durban CBD.
KZN Police spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda said police were called after suspects had looted the store and ran off with clothing and other valuables. He also said that as of yet, they have not found any motive for the looting, SABC reported.
“Police in Durban central responded to an incident of a looting at the clothing at the Durban CBD on Friday night. Upon arrival, the roller door of the store was broken and clothing items as well as other items were reportedly looted from the shop,” Netshiunda said
Looters in the Durban CBD run away with stolen clothes after looting a clothing shop in Durban on Friday night. Video Supplied pic.twitter.com/iSsfCjxBlF
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“Police are putting together pieces of evidence to identify possible suspects and as a result no one has been arrested as yet. The motive of looting is unknown, however, police believe it was just pure criminality and those found to be responsible will be met with the wrath of the law,” he added.
The group made off with stock from the Markham store on West Street. According to eThekwini Metropolitan Police Department spokesperson Boysie Zungu, the looters fled the scene as soon as they saw police approaching, News24 reported.
The motive for the looting is still unknown. Police are still monitoring the area.
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