R37 reopened after protest

R37 reopened after protest

The R37 at Mogodi in Limpopo has been reopened after residents barricaded the road with burning tyres, rocks and poles early on Friday morning.

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Limpopo police say 20 people have been arrested on a charge of public violence.

 

"More arrests are expected," said provincial police spokesperson Moatshe Ngoepe.

 

The Limpopo police commissioner Lieutenant General Nneke Ledwaba has condemned the violence.

 

"The General has also reiterated his call that all members of the community must at all times raise their concerns to the relevant authorities peacefully and without any act of violence."

 

Motorists are advised to be alert and cautious when driving through this area.

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