WC police investigating after man shoots dead alleged robber ​

CAPE TOWN - ​Western Cape police have launched an investigation following a failed robbery in Bellville-South in which the alleged assailant was shot dead. 

Police say a man allegedly attempted to rob another man but was fatally shot when the intended victim drew a licensed firearm and opened fire. 

Spokesperson Joseph Swartbooi says officers arrived on the scene to find the suspect already dead. 

"Reports at our disposal indicate that the deceased robbed a man of his belongings. When he wanted to take the man’s wallet, this man drew his licensed firearm and shot the suspect. The person of interest then informed Bellville South SAPS and waited at the crime scene. Bellville South registered a case of murder."