A number of attacks have taken place which made headlines in Gauteng and the Western Cape.

A national task team has been set up by the police to take steps to stop the attacks.

The security industry is concerned by the current trend.

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Police are reporting an increase in CIT heist with attacks being reported daily. Photo credit: @warroomreports, @BaneleRewoSource: Twitter

Hattingh said that the poor economic environment and high unemployment has exacerbated the situation.

eNCAreported that experts believe the crimes are being committed by people who possess inside information.

He left the premises without being searched.

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A case of theft was opened with the Hawks Serious Organised Crime Investigation team.

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