Bandits rob Kitty hotel after posing as customers

Mikel’s Plaza, where the robbery occurred.

A group of armed bandits, one of whom was dressed as a woman, robbed a Pere Street, Kitty hotel on Sunday night, when they carted off a quantity of cash and electronics and left staff members traumatised.

The attack on Mikel’s Plaza, located at Lot 53 Pere Street, Kitty, occurred around 11.50pm. Staff member Mark Reid, who was held at gunpoint, was relieved of $14,000 and two cellular phones. The men also carted off a flat screen television and stocks that were packed in the refrigerator at the business.