Strand police are investigating a case of business burglary after three suspects broke-in and looted equipment valued at an estimated R500 000 from a drone store located at the Strand Pavilion in Beach Road on Monday 3 December.
Video footage shows the male suspects forcing open the door of We Buy Drone SA at about 04:30. Once inside, they ransacked the store, filling a cooler bag with the stolen items.
The store’s owner, David Hourend (39), said he locked up the previous evening, believing the location offered added security. “I chose the Pavilion because of their 24-hour security, thinking it would provide peace of mind,” he said.
Hourend was alerted to the break-in in the early hours of Monday morning.
He said the suspects were believed to have used a white Volkswagen Polo to flee the scene.
The store, which specialises in buying, selling and repairing drones and other flying robotics, has suffered a significant loss.
Strand Pavilion management confirmed the break-in and acknowledged that the venue does have 24-hour security.
Warrant Officer Nico Beukes, spokesperson for the Strand police, confirmed that a case of business burglary has been opened.
Police are urging anyone with information to contact Strand police station at 021 854 9100.
