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PLETTENBERG BAY NEWS AND VIDEO - An attack on a couple taking a stroll in Challenge Drive in Plettenberg Bay was captured on CCTV early yesterday morning when a mugger grabbed the woman’s handbag.

The video that has been circulated widely on social media, shows that when the couple fought back, the mugger became aggressive, hitting them and pushing them to the ground.

In the video it looks as though the attacker only makes off with two hats before fleeing the scene.

Otto Olivier, operations manager of the Plettenberg Bay Crime Prevention Association, says a R10 000 reward is being offered for further information.

Olivier says within minutes of the attack people came to the distraught and injured couple’s aid and they were rushed to Medi Clinic in a private vehicle.

“Various responders flooded the area, and a search was conducted of the area and escape routes,” said Olivier.

He said SAPS are investigating the incident and Plett’s new Station Commander, Col May, visited the victims and the scene.

Olivier said May made all possible police resources available to apprehend the culprit.

“The victims are traumatised and receiving the care they need. We wish them a speedy recovery.”

A reward of R10 000 is offered to anyone who provides information that leads to the successful apprehension and prosecution of the assailant. Please contact SAPS Plettenberg Bay.

Olivier said Plett is one of the safest residential and holiday destinations in South Africa, but people should always stay alert. “Our peaceful and tranquil residential areas provoke us to let our guard down, even though the reality of people with criminal intent might be lurking around.

“Please stay vigilant, especially older residents. Arm yourself with pepper spray when taking a stroll or going shopping,” said Olivier.

More information is being awaited from the police.

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