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Police on hunt for Sojwe filling station robbers

Tuesday, November 04, 2025 | 230 Views |

Police are still on the hunt for suspects who robbed PH Filling Station in Sojwe recently. It is said the incident occurred during a night shift when unknown masked men ambushed employees on duty.

The robbers, who reportedly threatened the workers with what appeared to be a firearm and sharp objects, tied the attendants’ hands and legs using shoelaces before raiding the premises.

Sojwe Police Station commander, Superintendent Busang Malope, said officers on routine patrol became suspicious after noticing unusual inactivity at the filling station.

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