Police received complaint of a business robbery at about 07:45 at one of the tuck shops at Bakerville.  According to information received, the victim had just opened the tuck shop when an unconfirmed number of unknown suspects confronted him. 

The suspects allegedly robbed the victim of an undisclosed amount of cash and cellphones before fleeing the scene in a white Toyota Corolla. 

A chase ensued after members of the community responded when they heard the victim screaming for help. It is alleged that one of the suspects, who was in one of the getaway cars that was parked not far from the scene, was apprehended, stoned to death and allegedly burnt by members of the community.  

The incident was also circulated through social media platforms.

Upon response, the police were confronted by violent members of the community who in the process allegedly burnt the suspects’ vehicle.  The police later managed to arrest two of the suspects, aged 37 and 46. A search for the other suspects continues.

A separate case of murder has been opened for investigation - no one has been arrested.

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