According to reports, the cash is believed to belong to another Capitec client, who has since reported the matter to authorities. CCTV footage from the premises is said to show a woman at the scene, after which she allegedly left the area through a back gate...WATCH THE VIDEO HERE…
The incident has prompted a formal appeal (WATCH VIDEO) for the woman to return the money peacefully while investigations continue. Authorities have not yet confirmed the exact amount involved, but the case has been registered and is under active police investigation.
Law enforcement officials are currently (WATCH VIDEO) reviewing surveillance footage and gathering statements from witnesses in an effort to establish the sequence of events leading to the disappearance of the funds.
Police have urged anyone with information that could assist in identifying the woman or clarifying what transpired at the ATM to come forward.
While no arrests have been made, investigators are treating the matter as a theft case and are working to determine whether the withdrawal was accidental, mistaken, or intentional.
Members of the public have also been reminded to exercise caution when using ATMs, especially in busy public areas, and to immediately report any suspected discrepancies in transactions to both the bank and police.
The rightful owner of the money has appealed for the funds to be returned without further escalation, expressing hope that the matter can be resolved amicably.…READ / MORE…
