The Johannesburg branch of the Ghanian Church of Pentecost was robbed at gunpoint during service by two armed men.
On Sunday, the 29th of October, during service, two men stormed the premises of the Church of Pentecost and robbed the church members.
In a video that has trended on social media, the pastor was delivering a sermon at the pulpit when the incident occurred. Men stormed into the church and started threatening congregants while taking valuables from the people. The preacher was not spared, and his phone was also taken while a gun was pointed at him.
Everyone was ordered to lie down while the robbery took place, and they did. One of the robbers wore black trousers and a black long-sleeved t-shirt with white sneakers.
One of the church deacons was kidnapped by the robbers and is yet to be found. The South Africa Police Service is working hard to ensure the deacon returns safely to his family and friends.
Church members getting robbed at gun point mid sermon in Joburg CBD on Sunday.
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— The Instigator (@Am_Blujay) October 31, 2023
SAPS is working with the High Commission of Ghana
The High Commission of the Republic of Ghana in Pretoria has released a statement that they are working with South African Police to catch the culprits. They also highlighted that they focus on ensuring the kidnapped deacon returns safely.
The Ghanaians in the community have been warned to take extra precautions for their wellbeing and safety. The authorities will communicate any developments in the case.
X users had much to say about the trending video, and many people had mixed opinions. Below are some of the comments from X users:
@Mluejay
It’s buisness. These church people been hustling people I think it’s time they hustled them too.
@AlexMck
That’s why I’m afraid to attend church services
@Am_Blujay
The Pastor probably behind the robbery
Source iHarare
