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Violence broke out in Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape, after an anti-immigration protest escalated into unrest, leaving homes destroyed, businesses damaged and dozens of people arrested.
According to police, 69 people were arrested after the protests turned violent. Authorities said at least one person was hospitalised, while 23 tuck shops were looted and damaged during the unrest.
Officials also confirmed that a number of foreign nationals, including Zimbabweans, were moved to a temporary place of safety after their homes and businesses came under attack. Several houses were reportedly set alight during the violence.
The demonstrations were linked to concerns over illegal immigration and were associated with the March and March movement. Police and other law enforcement agencies have since been deployed to restore order and investigate criminal acts committed during the unrest.
Authorities have urged residents to remain calm and warned that anyone involved in arson, looting or other criminal activities will face the full force of the law.
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