Five men aged between 24 and 42 have been arrested following an alleged attempted hijacking of a courier vehicle and armed robbery in Motherwell, Gqeberha.
The suspects were arrested on Tuesday, 13 October 2026, after police responded to reports of a shooting in Ncememe Street, Motherwell NU7.
According to police, the occupants of a white Mazda 323 allegedly attempted to hijack a courier vehicle. They reportedly fired several shots at the vehicle as it drove away, leaving one passenger behind.
The passenger was then allegedly robbed of a cellphone.
Motherwell police members searched for the suspects and spotted the Mazda in Tyityaba Street. Officers pursued and stopped the vehicle, where they allegedly found two gas pistols and ammunition.
Five men were arrested on charges of attempted hijacking, armed robbery, and unlawful possession of firearms and ammunition.
The stolen cellphone was recovered, while the vehicle was impounded.
The suspects are expected to appear in the Motherwell Magistrates’ Court during the week.
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