Police arrest ‘Shut down Mabhida’ ringleader

A suspect was arrested after he allegedly issued threats to shut down Moses Mabhida Stadium ahead of the MTN 8 Final match.

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Wendy Sithole 1 minute read

Police in KwaZulu-Natal reported that they arrested a man at King Dinizulu Park on Saturday (October 9).

“The suspect issued threats that he and his followers would shut down Moses Mabhida Stadium to prevent the MTN8 Cup Final match between Orlando Pirates FC and Mamelodi Sundowns from taking place.

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“The suspect had gathered a group of people at King Dinizulu Park with the aim of staging a march. Those who were with him managed to run away,” said police spokesperson, Robert Netshuinda.

Police are reiterating that anyone who threatens to cause instability would be dealt with in accordance with the law.

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Wendy Sithole

Wendy Sithole is currently a community media journalist, attached to Berea Mail (Durban). She first joined Caxton Newspapers in 2004. After a newsroom hiatus she rejoined Caxton in 2024. She is responsible for reporting through writing and photography, for both print copy and digital platforms. She studied Journalism and Social Sciences. Apart from reporting, Wendy possesses vast knowledge in the spheres Communication, of Public Relations and Events publicity.

Police arrest ‘Shut down Mabhida’ ringleader

A suspect was arrested after he allegedly issued threats to shut down Moses Mabhida Stadium ahead of the MTN 8 Final match.

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