Gauteng crime wardens who tried to intervene in what was believed to be a gang-related fight turned out to be victims when they were attacked and assaulted in Reiger Park, Boksburg.
A video circulating on social media shows three crime wardens in full uniform, with one thrown onto the floor and attacked. A few metres away another warden is seen being kicked while residents watch. The incident happened at the weekend.
Gauteng traffic police, who oversee the crime wardens, said the incident happened when the wardens were on routine patrols in the area.
“During routine patrols, the wardens observed two rival gang members engaged in a fight and decided to intervene to de-escalate the situation. Unfortunately both individuals turned on the wardens and assaulted them,” said spokesperson Sello Maremane.
Law enforcement responded and two suspects involved in the altercation were arrested.
While investigations continue, law enforcement officers will conduct operations in Reiger Park to find and arrest the remaining suspects involved in the attack, Maremane said.
Rorisang Kgosana
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