Durban – Three suspects were arrested on Friday night following the assault and robbery of two European tourists along the Durban beachfront, police confirmed on Saturday.
According to police spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda, officers in Durban Central responded swiftly to reports of gunshots at the fishing pier.
On arrival, they were informed that two foreign visitors had been attacked and robbed of a cellphone and an undisclosed amount of money by two men.
#sapsKZN Swift response by police in Durban Central resulted in the arrest of three suspects, shortly after they allegedly assaulted and robbed two European tourists of a cellphone and an undisclosed amount of money along the Beachfront in Durban on Friday night, 6 June 2025.… pic.twitter.com/nZmTLGBddu
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“Police moved swiftly and arrested the two suspects who were positively identified by the victims. One of the suspects was found in possession of the cellphone which was robbed from the victims.
“Spot on police intelligence led to the arrest of a third suspect, an e-hailing driver whose vehicle was allegedly going to be used to getaway from the scene,” Netshiunda said.
The suspects are expected to appear in court soon.
The condition of the tourists was not immediately disclosed, and it remains unclear if they sustained any injuries during the incident.
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu
