Former Bafana Bafana player Benni McCarthy had just arrived from OR Tambo International Airport to do television work for SuperSport.
A witness told Soccer Laduma that there were about nine people in the shop when three robbers entered.
The witness said that the people were prepared to hand over their wallets and their watches to them, but the robbers said they didn’t want anything from them as they only wanted McCarthy’s stuff. He said it seemed as if the robbery had been well-planned.
Gauteng police have confirmed that McCarthy was robbed of several belongings, including a diamond earring.
“It is alleged that he had just came back from the airport and was at the barbershop [at around 1pm]. Three suspects, one armed with a firearm held all patrons at gunpoint,” spokesperson Katlego Mogale said.
“The one with the firearm went to the victim and stole his wrist watch, wedding ring and diamond earring. The suspects then fled in a black BMW with unknown registration. A case of armed robbery has been opened for investigation.”
No shots were fired and no one was injured in the incident. – News24
McCarthy’s fans reacted on Twitter:
In normal countries, you see Benni McCarthy ,you go ask for a selfie & an autograph In South Africa, they see him, they rob him at gun point
— . (@_Mwimbu) May 6, 2015
Benni McCarthy robbed while having his hair cut in an upmarket barbershop in JHB. SA though, robbing their heroes in broad daylight.
— Laura Miti (@LauraMiti) May 6, 2015
Benni McCarthy’s friend confirms that the fmr Bafana star was held at gunpoint & robbed… No one else was robbed.. Valuables taken!!
— robertmarawa (@robertmarawa) May 5, 2015
This Benni McCarthy story is worrying. First they killed Senzo, then they robbed Vilakazi, then Shakes, now Benni.
— Phetolo Patleswana® (@PhetoloZA) May 5, 2015
Benni McCarthy robbed at gunpoint today in Johannesburg. Wedding ring and jewelry stolen from him. Incredibly sad. Via @CKlatey
— Joe Crann (@YesWeCrann) May 5, 2015
Can’t believe that news about Benni McCarthy… So sad that he’s been directly targeted because of who he is. Glad he’s ok at least.
— Joe Crann (@YesWeCrann) May 5, 2015
