South Africa: Police activity in response to security incident in central Durban, June 10

Event

Police are responding to reports of a hostage situation at an unspecified location along Anton Lembede Street in central Durban, June 10. Unconfirmed reports suggest that suspect is armed with a gun an explosive device. Further details are unavailable.

Heightened security and localized traffic disruptions are likely in the coming hours as the police operation continues.

Advice

Avoid the affected area until police give the all-clear. Allow additional time for travel in the vicinity of the incident.