Car stolen in less than 60 seconds from Randburg shopping complex
A video shared on social media shows a high-end SUV being stolen from a shopping centre's parking lot in Randburg in less than 60 seconds.
Video footage shared on social media shows a Lexus V8 SUV being stolen from a shopping complex in the Randburg area on Tuesday.
The video, which was shared on Twitter, left social media users shocked at how fast the high-end car was stolen. The owner himself couldn't believe that it took less than 60 seconds for the thieves to drive off with his car.
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The criminals were caught on CCTV footage from outside the shopping complex and have reportedly been arrested. They are expected to appear in court on Thursday morning.
In the CCTV footage, two men are seen approaching the car when one of them starts "fiddling" at the left-front wheel. After a few seconds, the other man opens the driver's seat, climbs in, and drives off with the vehicle.
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The 2017 Lexus model retails for just over R1.2-million at the current market price.
Gone in 60 seconds - car thieves steal high-end V8 Lexus SUV from Joburg shopping complex.
— Vehicle Trackers (@VehicleTrackerz) October 26, 2022
The owner of a 2017 Lexus 570LX SUV said he could not believe how fast his vehicle was stolen by criminals from the parking lot in Randburg.
The Vehicle has personalised licence plates... pic.twitter.com/kke91AbsVO
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