The homeless group residing under the trees in New Market near Ring Road East just behind Alberton Bowling Club is now living in fear from law enforcement, which makes their stay uncomfortable.
This comes after they received a visit from the EMPD recently to evacuate them.
During their previous visit, EMPD officials reportedly took their tents and made a mess of their place, leaving them without a shelter.
Among those still residing there is Cathy Meyer, who is partially blind and lives off chronic medication. She said the EMPD should at least provide a new place for them.
“They will follow you from one point to another and will not stop. If we are such a big problem, why don’t they get a solution for that problem? We just want to stay here and live peacefully. This stresses me a lot, it’s even affecting my health condition,” she said.
Kobeli Mokheseng, EMPD acting chief superintendent, previously told the RECORD the occupants were notified weeks ago to evacuate the area.
He said upon arrival, officials found five tents, eight occupants and personal belongings on site and the occupants were instructed to evacuate within 24 hours.
“The ward councillor responsible for the area was also made aware by the EMPD. On September 1 people were still there, illegally occupying the land.
“Complainants were given ample time to evacuate, warnings and relevant stakeholders were roped in as well before their removal and impound,” he said.
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