DURBAN - Patrons and staff of a Chatsworth sports bar are still in shock after being robbed on Sunday night.
The robbers made off with various bottles of liquor, cellphones from the customers and cash from the till.
Police spokesperson Colonel Thembeka Mbele said the complainant alleged that at 10pm, he was performing his duties at the business premises when he was confronted by four men carrying handguns.
“At gunpoint, they robbed him and customers of cash, liquor and cellphones before fleeing the scene in their getaway vehicle.”
Mbele said no shots were fired, and no injuries were reported. A case of robbery was opened at Bayview police station for investigation.
Police are still searching for the robbers.
Tips from the SAPS on what to do when you are a victim in a robbery:
SAFETY HINTS FOR VICTIMS
• Comply, remain calm and do not argue with crime perpetrators.
• Do not make sudden gestures.
• Avoid eye contact but try to remember how the perpetrator looks by identifying and remembering special features.
• Try to get away safely from the area as quickly as possible.
• Do not be a hero, your life is worth more than anything else.
For business owners:
• Do not keep too much money on the business premises.
• Be on the lookout for suspicious customers.
• Do not keep the shop open till late.
• Avoid being alone, especially at night.
• Business owners must not open for anyone after the business has closed.
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