WARNING: N12 near Lenasia shut again as violent protest sparks vehicle stoning
Motorists have been urged against attempting to bypass road closures or moving near protest gatherings.
The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) has once again shut down a portion of the N12 freeway near Lenasia due to renewed violent protests, with reports of motorists being stoned by vehicles. The police spokesperson, Xolani Fihla, announced that the roads that were previously cleared and reopened have been barricaded once more by protesters.
Fihla explained that the situation has escalated again, with burning tyres and debris blocking sections of the freeway. Vehicles passing through have reportedly been targeted by stones, creating a significant safety risk for road users.
The closure affects both eastbound and westbound lanes of the N12 between K43 (Klipspruit Valley Road) and Abubakar Asvat Drive. The JMPD is prioritizing the safety of motorists and law enforcement officers are on-site to contain the violence and secure the area. Motorists are strongly cautioned not to approach the affected stretch of the N12 and are urged to utilize alternative routes such as R554 (Nirvana Drive), Golden Highway (R553), Impala Road (R558), and Chris Hani Road through Eldorado Park.
The police have emphasized that motorists should avoid bypassing road closures and remain alert for thrown objects while following the diversion routes instructed by officers on the ground.
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