UPDATED: Two suspected armed robbers who raided Mukuru Mabelreign in the afternoon arrested

The suspects were armed with pistols and concealed their identities with black balaclavas

Online Reporter

TWO suspected members of a gang of four armed robbers who raided a Mukuru Money Transfer agency at Zuva Service Station near Mabelreign shops this afternoon have been arrested.

The gang stole US$5 000 and 80 000 Rand.

Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the latest development.

“Yes, I can confirm there was a robbery incident that occurred in Harare today which involved four armed robbers. Among them, two were apprehended by Zimbabwe Republic Police together with the members of the public, while another two ran away after a scuffle,” said Comm Nyathi.

He commended the public for cooperating with the ZRP in apprehending the suspects.

“We are urging the public to work closely with the ZRP to combat crime,” he added.

A manhunt for the other two escaped robbers is currently underway.