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Violent Clashes And Looting Reported In Durban During Large-scale Protests

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Violent Clashes And Looting Reported In Durban During Large-scale Protests

It has been confirmed that ‘multiple incidents of looting’ occurred in Durban on Monday morning, following a city-wide protest that resulted in the closure of a number of key commuter routes. It is understood, however, that those involved in opportunistic crimes are NOT linked to taxi drivers.

The taxi industry is leading the protest, which is against tighter regulation and high fuel prices. A whole slew of unpleasant developments has pushed these drivers over the edge, prompting them to shut down large sections of the Durban CBD.

Dasen Thathia is present in the city centre. He told eNCA that looting occurred during the taxi blockade. Several drivers, however, did not want their protests to be hijacked by these individuals, and according to the reporter, some assisted in the return of stolen items.

“Minor incidents of looting were reported earlier on Umgeni Road during the taxi blockade. But, interestingly, affected business owners tell us the protesting drivers intervened and brought their items back from the criminals.”

The blockades began early Monday morning, bringing rush hour traffic to a halt. Some commuters even abandoned their vehicles and walked the rest of the way into town. ‘Violent clashes’ have also been reported in isolated parts of Durban.

Meanwhile, video of large crowds running into the streets has gone viral. Civil disobedience has caused carnage in the city center, and police are still attempting to restore law and order – and those caught looting face criminal charges.





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