An armed robbery has been reported at Cash Crusaders at Phoenix Plaza, with suspects fleeing with several items and an undisclosed amount of cash.
According to KZN VIP Control Centre, officers responded to the shopping centre following reports of a robbery in progress.
On arrival, officers spoke to staff, who alleged that three armed suspects had arrived in a silver Toyota Corolla, with registration number DB49FC-ZN.
Two of the suspects reportedly entered the store and held staff and customers at gunpoint before fleeing with the stolen items and cash.
The suspects fled in an unknown direction, and no injuries were reported at the scene.
KZN VIP Tactical Units, along with KZN VIP Medical and Rescue teams, were attending the scene. Further details from the South African Police Service (SAPS) are awaited.
Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is urged to contact SAPS or KZN VIP.
Members of the public are warned not to approach the suspects or the vehicle, as the suspects are believed to be armed.