LIMPOPO – Police warn they will not tolerate violence against foreign nationals during planned marches

Limpopo police have issued a stern warning that any form of lawlessness, intimidation, or damage to property linked to planned gatherings or marches directed against foreign nationals will not be tolerated.

The warning comes ahead of a planned march scheduled to commence across the province today, (Monday, May 25).

Provincial police commissioner Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe said any unauthorised gathering or march that seeks to disrupt public order will be met with immediate police action.

“Any unauthorised gathering, or march that seeks to disrupt public order and unlawful action resulting in intimidation, violence or destruction of property will be dealt with decisively without any delay by the police,” said Hadebe.

Hadebe assured residents that police are there to ensure every member of the community can continue with their daily routines without fear.

Lawful channels to raise grievances

She encouraged those with grievances to use lawful avenues rather than resorting to unlawful protests.

“There are lawful avenues available for raising grievances and we encourage all parties to use those channels rather than resorting to unlawful protests,” she said.

Police to deploy in full force

Hadebe concluded that police will be deployed in full force and will act decisively to maintain law and order, while ensuring that protests are managed within the ambit of the law.