National Shutdown marked by low turnout, heavy police presence – a pictorial recap
Though the demonstrations on the day of the National Shutdown were largely peaceful, law enforcement arrested over 550 people.
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Though the demonstrations on the day of the National Shutdown were largely peaceful, law enforcement arrested over 550 people.
More than 550 protesters were arrested and 24,300 tyres were confiscated during the EFF's national action on Monday.
The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (Natjoints) says the arrests were for public violence, intimidation, damage to critical infrastructure, theft and attempted looting.
Natjoints says it's satisfied with how law enforcement deployments ensured law and order during yesterday's protests and shutdown.
More than 550 protesters were arrested and 24,300 tyres were confiscated during the EFF's national action on Monday.