It alleged that criminal syndicates are using the national lockdown to take over unoccupied buildings and to invade open spaces and land.
The City of Johannesburg has vowed to clamp down on the illegal invasion of land and hijacking of buildings, after 23 illegal occupants were evicted from a city-owned property.
“Citizens are urged to heed the warning and refrain from unlawful activities within the City. The City has directed the Johannesburg Metro Police Department and Group Forensics and Investigative Services to act swiftly to protect the assets of the City and private citizens for the greater interests of all citizens including the poor and homeless,” Mayor Geoff Makhubo said in the statement.
“We are concerned that people are using this lockdown period to take advantage of the law by illegally occupying City buildings.
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