Armed Robbers Raid Celebration Church, Steal Cash – Eduzim News

By A Correspondent – A brazen armed robbery at Celebration Church in Westgate has left security staff shaken after four masked men overpowered guards and made off with cash and equipment.

The suspects, reportedly carrying a pistol and a rifle, tied the legs of two security guards with wires and electrical cables before locking them inside the guard room.

They then forced their way into the church office, broke open a steel cabinet, and stole a cash safe containing US$500 along with two HP laptops.

The robbers also searched the guards themselves, taking US$30 and two Itel cellphones, and reportedly assaulted them using a knobkerrie.

The security personnel were only released when a Safeguard driver arrived at the scene.

Inspector Luckmore Chakanza, Harare provincial police spokesperson, confirmed the attack.

“Police are investigating an armed robbery case at the church premises in Westgate,” he said.

“The security guards sustained minor injuries and are in stable condition,” Inspector Chakanza added.

“The total value stolen is US$620, and nothing has been recovered as of yet. A live round was also found in the guard room where the security guards were bound.”

Authorities have launched a manhunt for the suspects, urging anyone with information about the robbery to come forward.

The church community has expressed shock and concern over the violent incident.

“Incidents like this are alarming,” said one church member who wished to remain anonymous. “We never imagined something like this could happen in a place of worship.”

The police continue to investigate the robbery as the search for the perpetrators intensifies.

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