KZN Premier Ntuli meets Inanda residents to tackle crime

DURBAN -  KwaZulu-Natal provincial government is meeting with residents of Inanda on Tuesday.

The community Indaba comes after several deadly shootings in the area and the emergence of the notorious west gang that’s linked with several murders in the area.  

Residents said home invasions have also caused many to live in fear.   

Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli and the KZN police management are currently meeting with community members.    

The fight against crime remains a struggle here in Inanda and surrounding communities.   

Residents have filled the Amaoti community hall to capacity as they hope to air their concerns with government officials. 

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In a recent incident caught on tape, a man was shot and killed in the full view of community members.   

The shooting took place right outside the community hall, which is situated a few kilometres away from the local police station. 

Provincial Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi admits crime is a problem in Inanda.  

"While murders have decreased, crime still remains high here Inanda, especially rape and common assault."

The commissioner has urged community members to help police by exposing criminals in the community.