Five suspected cash-in-transit robbers have been shot and killed during a shootout with police in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape.
According to the Hawks, the suspects allegedly targeted an IziCash Solutions security vehicle near Nates Scrap Metal.
Police later spotted vehicles believed to have been used in the robbery, leading to a high-speed chase.
During the pursuit, the suspects allegedly opened fire on police officers, resulting in a shootout in which five suspects were killed.
The Hawks say other suspects managed to flee with an undisclosed amount of cash.
Two firearms belonging to security guards were also reportedly stolen during the robbery.
No police officers or security guards were injured in the incident.