Thohoyandou Friday cash van ambush Muungulwa Dakalo dead two hurt including schoolgirl

The Hawks in Musina are currently on the hunt for a group of suspects involved in a brazen cash-in-transit robbery that occurred in Ṱhohoyanḓou on Friday. The incident saw three armed men ambush a security officer, managing to make off with a bag of cash before a shootout erupted. Tragically, one of the robbers was killed, and two others, including a young schoolgirl, were injured in the exchange of gunfire.

Key details of the incident

• What happened: A cash-in-transit robbery attempt.
• Where: Ṱhohoyanḓou.
• When: Friday, November 2nd, 2025 (as per the tweet date).
• Who was involved:
  • Three armed suspects carried out the robbery.
  • A security officer was ambushed while transporting cash.
  • One suspect, identified as Muungulwa Dakalo (36) from Tshilungoma village, was killed. He was reportedly out on parole.
  • A 14-year-old schoolgirl was injured.
  • Other security personnel were involved in the shootout.
  • The Hawks in Musina are investigating and seeking to apprehend the remaining suspects.
• How it unfolded: The suspects ambushed a security officer carrying cash from a shop to an armoured vehicle. They fired shots, took a trolley bag full of money, and attempted to escape. A shootout occurred with security personnel.
• Outcome:
  • One suspect was killed.
  • A 14-year-old schoolgirl and another individual were injured and taken to hospital along with the security officer.
  • The stolen cash was recovered.
  • A firearm, cartridges, ammunition, a cellphone, and a magazine were seized by authorities.
  • The remaining suspects fled in a white Toyota Quantum without registration plates.
• Legal action: The Hawks have opened a case of robbery with aggravating circumstances.

A summary of the cash-in-transit incident

On Friday, a violent cash-in-transit robbery unfolded in Ṱhohoyanḓou, leading to a manhunt by the Hawks in Musina. The incident began when three armed individuals targeted a security officer who was in the process of moving cash from a shop to a waiting armoured vehicle. The assailants opened fire, successfully grabbing a trolley bag containing a significant amount of money. However, their escape was met with resistance from security personnel, resulting in a fierce shootout.

The confrontation had tragic consequences, with one of the suspects losing his life. Muungulwa Dakalo, a 36-year-old from Tshilungoma village, was identified as the deceased. Reports indicate he was out on parole at the time of the robbery. In addition to the fatality, two other people sustained injuries: a 14-year-old schoolgirl, who was caught in the crossfire, and another individual. All injured parties, including the security officer, were transported to a local hospital for medical attention.

Following the shootout, law enforcement managed to secure a substantial amount of the stolen cash at the scene. They also recovered a firearm, spent cartridges, ammunition, a cellphone, and a magazine. Despite these recoveries, some suspects managed to flee the scene in a white Toyota Quantum minibus taxi that had no registration plates. The Hawks are now actively searching for these individuals. A case of robbery with aggravating circumstances has been formally opened.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q1: Who is responsible for investigating this robbery?
  A1: The Hawks unit in Musina is leading the investigation into this cash-in-transit robbery.
• Q2: What was stolen and what has been recovered?
  A2: A trolley bag filled with cash was stolen. Authorities have since recovered the stolen money, along with a firearm, ammunition, a cellphone, and a magazine.
• Q3: Were there any casualties during the incident?
  A3: Yes, unfortunately, one suspect was killed during the shootout. Additionally, a 14-year-old schoolgirl and another person were injured.
• Q4: How can people report information about the suspects?
  A4: While the article doesn’t provide specific contact details, the public is usually encouraged to report any relevant information to the nearest police station or the Hawks directly. You can find more crime-related stories on this page.
• Q5: What vehicle did the remaining suspects escape in?
  A5: The suspects who remain at large fled the scene in a white Toyota Quantum minibus taxi that did not have any registration plates.
• Q6: Is there any information about the deceased suspect?
  A6: The deceased suspect has been identified as Muungulwa Dakalo, aged 36, from Tshilungoma village. He was reportedly out on parole at the time of the incident. You can find the original report on this incident here: Limpopo Chronicle on X.