The Kliptown CPF, together with the JMPD Public Order Policing Unit, prevented an attempted looting incident at Boxer and surrounding shops in Kliptown.

According to Kliptown CPF coordinator Denise Higgins, residents were unable to loot the shop. She said a large crowd had gathered after a voice note circulated, allegedly inciting people to loot Boxer.

However, law enforcement and community safety structures responded swiftly, preventing violence and any looting from taking place.

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When Soweto Urban arrived at the scene, there was a strong police presence and a large number of community members gathered outside. The entrance gate to the shopping centre was locked.

Many residents stood outside, while others wanted to enter the shops to buy essential goods.

At the time Soweto Urban left the area, the situation was calm, with no signs of violence or further attempts to incite looting.