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Africa-Press – South-Africa. <\/strong><\/span>Many shop owners had to close their businesses when Diepsloot residents embarked on a violent protest on Tuesday morning.<\/p>\n

The protests are a continuation of the demonstrations that have rocked the area for the past few days, as residents complain about crime.<\/p>\n

The protests were initially led by a few residents who gathered at Diepsloot Extension 1 around 06:00. Others joined in and soon a full-scale demonstration was under way.<\/p>\n

They barricaded main roads and forced those who operate their businesses in those streets to close.<\/p>\n

They also turned away vehicles.<\/p>\n

Some shop owners were seen running and calling out to their peers as the group approached.<\/p>\n

On their way to Chuma Mall, the protesters burnt and destroyed several vendor stalls. Police attempted to disperse the crowd, but were unsuccessful.<\/p>\n

A police helicopter hovered above the crowd as the residents made their way to the local police station.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About South-Africa<\/a> Follow Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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