Security cameras in Austin View, Midrand, captured footage of a home invasion that occurred late on Tuesday, 13 August 2024, at around 23:10.
Story Summary:
- Three armed suspects were seen on camera during the break-in.
- The suspects were filmed crawling inside the house, each carrying a handgun.
- It is unclear if any items were stolen or if anyone was harmed.
Suspects caught on camera pulling off home invasion in Midrand
The footage shows three individuals carefully manoeuvring through the house, appearing to be well-coordinated and armed with handguns.
The incident has raised concerns in the community, given the alarming crime statistics in Gauteng, where a significant portion of South Africa’s home burglaries and robberies occur.
Gauteng consistently reports the highest number of home burglaries in the country, with nearly 22.3% of all incidents happening within the province.
This latest incident in Midrand adds to the growing concerns about home safety in the area.
As of now, authorities have not released information regarding the outcome of the invasion, including whether the suspects made off with any valuables or if the homeowners were injured during the break-in.
Watch footage of the Midrand home invasion below:
