A 19-year-old man was shot and robbed of two gold chains worth about $1.6 million on Monday night at Owen Street, Kitty.
According to a Police release, the alleged robbery occurred around 19:45 hrs.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the victim was in the company of several persons on the roadway when they were approached by two unidentified males on an XR motorcycle. The pillion rider, who was armed with a handgun, dismounted the motorcycle and instructed the victim and others not to move.
The victim began running away, but the armed suspect discharged several rounds, one of which struck him in the left foot. The victim fell to the ground, after which the suspect relieved him of two yellow metal chains valued at $1.6 million.
The suspect then returned to the waiting motorcycle, after which the two men rode away and made good their escape.
The victim was taken to a private medical facility, where he was admitted. His condition is listed as stable.
CCTV cameras were observed in the area and will be reviewed as part of the ongoing investigation.
No arrests have been made. Investigations are ongoing.
Source: NEW ROOMS SITE
