UPDATE: Akasia police station reopened after Covid case
The station was closed on Monday for decontamination.
Akasia police station was reopened on Tuesday morning following decontamination due to a Covid-19 case on Monday.
“Akasia police station has been reopened for assistance to the community,” said spokesperson Constable Lindiwe Mdluli.
“The station and all telephone lines are fully operational.”
Mdluli said the station was temporarily closed for 24 hours, according to regulations, when one of the SAPS members tested positive for Covid-19.
“The management of Akasia police would like to thank the community for their cooperation during this time.”
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