Masiphumelele policing
Mixed reaction over Masiphumelele mobile police station
Some have welcomed the move, saying they think officers’ proximity will help reduce crime in the interim.
Deadly tensions have flared up again following reports of yet another mob justice attack.
Lubabalo Vellem was arrested in connection with vigilante attacks, sparking violent protests in the community.
Lubababalo Vellem made his third appearance in the Simons Town Magistrates Court on Monday.
Lubababalo Vellem was taken into custody several weeks ago and his arrest sparked violent protests.
Lubabalo Vellem’s case was postponed to Monday much to the community's disappointment.
Community members, who were calling for Lubabalo Vellem to be released, say they won’t sleep tonight.
Police are keeping a close eye on the group who want community activist Lubabalo Vellem freed.
Mobile police stations are a short-term solution to reducing crime in theses areas.
Community leaders say locals are demanding that policing in the area be improved.
The WCED collected more than 200 matriculants in the area who’ve been transported to an alternate location.
Due to protests, Masiphumelele grade 12s are writing their exams at a secure exam venue.
Over 200 matriculants were transported to an alternative location to safely write their exams.
The City of Cape Town says authorities are on high alert and will monitor the situation.
About 500 meters from the entrance to Masiphumelele a joint operations centre has been set up.
Protesters have barricaded Kommetjie Road by burning tyres, boats & a caravan since 2am.
The community has seen a spate of vigilante attacks recently with the community calling for visible policing.
Residents stoned a fire truck after firefighters were called out to douse a shack in the area.
Violent protests erupted in the streets of the informal settlement on Tuesday.