Tragic Robbery on Bus Leaves Bus Driver Dead and Passengers Robbed
On a fateful day in KwaZulu-Natal, a bus driver lost his life in a violent robbery on Buffelsdraai Road. The incident unfolded when four armed suspects, disguised as passengers, launched an attack while the bus was in motion.
Violent Robbery on Bus
According to Prem Balram, spokesperson for the Reaction Unit South Africa (Rusa), the suspects brandished firearms and shot the driver in the arm and abdomen. The bus swerved off the road and came to a stop in overgrown vegetation as chaos ensued.
The criminals did not stop at shooting the bus driver, proceeding to rob approximately twenty passengers before fleeing on foot, leaving behind a trail of terror and devastation.
Attempts to Save Bus Driver
A passerby who witnessed the horrific incident rushed to the aid of the critically injured driver, transporting him to a nearby medical facility. Despite efforts to save his life, the driver tragically succumbed to his injuries shortly after arrival.
Members of Rusa conducted a thorough search for the perpetrators, but they managed to evade capture and remain at large. Authorities urge anyone with information about the robbery and murder to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation to bring the culprits to justice.
Incidents like these serve as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by public transportation workers and passengers alike. The community is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to prevent such senseless acts of violence from occurring in the future.
