KZN on alert as fears of overnight looting persist after anti-illegal immigration marches
Although Tuesday's anti-illegal immigration marches in KwaZulu-Natal ended without major incidents, authorities remain on high alert amid fears of further overnight looting. Thousands took part in demonstrations across the province, but isolated attacks on foreign-owned spaza shops were reported in Hammarsdale, Mariannridge and Clermont. Community leaders say looters struck in the early hours after police patrols had moved on, with eight shops targeted in Mariannridge alone. The provincial government says a heavy police presence will remain in hotspot areas over the coming days. Phemelo…
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