Bedfordview SAPS spokesperson Capt Andre de Jager confirmed the station is currently closed as a result of a positive Covid-19 case.

“The station is closed for decontamination. Our Community Service Centre (charge office) is operating on skeleton staff from a container in the parking area at the front of the station’s premises,” said de Jager.

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De Jager urged residents to contact 10111 in case of an emergency.

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