Cape Town – A 23-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the robbery of an e-hailing driver in Hillbrow, Johannesburg, after the incident was captured on dashcam footage circulating on social media.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) confirmed that the suspect was arrested on Saturday, 31 October, following an investigation into the robbery, which took place on Friday, 30 October.
According to police, the driver was robbed of an undisclosed amount of cash.
“The victim subsequently came forward and opened a case of robbery with the police,” SAPS said in a statement.
The Hillbrow Acting Station Commander, Colonel Marite, established a task team to investigate robberies within the Hillbrow policing precinct and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
Police said two additional suspects believed to have been involved in the robbery are still being sought.
The arrested woman is expected to appear before the Hillbrow Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 2 November.
“Investigations are ongoing,” SAPS said.
Follow African Insider on Facebook, X and Instagram
Picture: Facebook / SAPS
For more African news, visit Africaninsider.com
Compiled by Betha Madhomu
