In a terrifying incident that unfolded on Sunday night, a gang of five armed robbers targeted a residence in Marlborough, brutally attacking a man and his gardener. The assailants, armed with a pistol and a menacing machete, made off with a substantial sum of US$20,000 in cash.
The harrowing robbery took place at a house located on Guthrie Close, sending sh0ckwaves through the quiet neighbourhood. As the victims were subjected to a violent assault, the criminals seized the opportunity to ransack the premises and escape with their illicit bounty.
The swift response from law enforcement has been initiated, with the police launching a manhunt to apprehend the escaped culprits. The national police spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi, has confirmed that investigations are already underway. He urged anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward and report to the nearest police station.
The audacious nature of this crime has left the community on edge, highlighting the need for heightened vigilance and robust security measures.
As investigations continue, the victims are left traumatized, and the community at large hopes for a swift resolution to this sh0cking incident that has shattered the peace of Marlborough.
