ERMELO – Police were dispatched to the traffic light on the N17, near Cassim Park where a group of people gathered and set tyres alight.

According to information received, the road was closed by the strike and the protestors were throwing rocks at vehicles.

Acus is also on the scene to monitor the situation.

Details surrounding the strike is unclear at the moment.

Highvelder will update readers when more information is available.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and to make use of alternative roads.