Lady shot during a robbery at Bridge City Mall, KwaMashu in KZN

Just after 09:45am KZNVIP Emergency Control Centre was contacted following a volley of gunshots in the Bridge City Mall, stores closed their doors in fear for their lives as the violent robbery took place till emergency services arrived.

On arrival of KZNVIP it was reported that several suspects had carried out a robbery at Akermans. The suspects then opened fire at the busy mall, sadly 1 person was struck by a bullet and required immediate medical attention.

The extent of the victim’s injuries is unknown at this stage as she was rushed privately to a nearby medical facility

All available KZNVIP Reaction Officers responded swiftly to the scene. Law enforcement and other emergency services are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the robbery.