Fresh Squeeze | Are petrol stations the new targets for criminals?

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Armed men have stolen an undisclosed amount of money at a filling station at Lebowakgomo in Limpopo. Police spokesperson Hlulani Mashaba says a group of armed robbers broke into the premises and blew up the safe with explosives. We’ve heard of many stories recently where people were being shot at or robbed inside petrol stations and it got us wondering if petrol stations are losing the status of being one of the safest places. He talks to Mpho Mashita and Complexion about whether or not petrol stations are becoming the new target for criminals.
29 Apr 2024 English South Africa Business · Arts

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