One person shot dead during Juju Valley estate eviction process  

A resident was shot and killed during the eviction process by the Polokwane Municipality at Juju Valley Estate on Tuesday.

The Municipality has begun the process of demolishing illegal structures along Matlala Road on the farms between Extension 76 and Bloedrivier Bridge. It had previously warned against the illegal occupation of privately owned land.

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The place on Vergunning 677 LS, Middelpunt 676 LS and Portion 1 of Morgenzon 690 is privately owned.

“These properties are privately owned and any claims that the municipality has granted permission are false and misleading,” the Municipality said on 27 January.

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“The rightful landowners have been informed and are taking action. Should illegal occupation extend onto municipal land, the municipality will enforce by-laws, remove structures and take legal action. Lawlessness will not be tolerated.

“Residents are warned against unlawful occupation as it will lead to financial loss and legal consequences. The municipality calls on the public to remain vigilant and report any illegal activities to maintain peace and order,” they said at the time.

Meanwhile, Police in Limpopo are yet to release the full details of the male resident who was shot.