Law enforcers flood Zandspruit after land invasion
The JMPD's Wandile Mrubata warns of possible protest action as a result of the demolition of illegal structures.
Part of the large police presence in Zandspruit. Photo: Supplied.
A large contingent of law enforcement officers descended on Zandspruit to deal with land grabs this morning, Tuesday, June 25, Roodepoort Northsider reports.
Johannesburg Metro Police Department ward commander, Superintendent Wandile Mrubata, confirmed that they are busy demolishing illegal structures on invaded land.
Mrubata warned of possible protest action later on. “They have told us that they will riot as soon as we leave the site,” he said.
Motorists are urged to be cautious when travelling along routes surrounding the informal settlement, especially on Beyers Naudé Drive and Peter Road.
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