Service delivery protest action: Gqeberha

Media Statement
South African Police Service
Office of the Provincial Commissioner Eastern Cape

GQEBERHA –Service delivery protest actions this morning resulted in the torching of a truck on the R75 opposite Bayland in Gqeberha.

The protests started at about 06:00 when protesters from Bayland blocked both sides of the R75 with burning rubble and tyres.  The cab and main trailer was destroyed while the second trailer was partially damaged. Estimated value of total damages have not been established yet. The truck driver was unharmed in the incident.

Public Order Police (POPS) is on the scene. The situation is calm and POPS will remain on the scene. One lane has been opened for traffic and motorists are urged to be cautious when using the road, or to make use of alternative routes.

A case of malicious damages to property have been opened and being investigated by SAPS Kwadwesi.
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