17 Jul 2023 | 01:29 PM UTC
South Africa: Fuel truck leaking following shooting near Benoni, causing localized traffic disruptions, July 17.
Leaking fuel truck causing traffic disruptions along N12 near Benoni, South Africa, July 17, following shooting incident. Avoid the area.
Event
A leaking gas tanker has led to the closure of the Snake Road offramp along the N12 in Benoni, eastern Johannesburg, July 17. The truck was caught in the crossfire of a police shootout when a bullet punctured the gas tank. Authorities have temporarily closed Snake Road to conduct response operations.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely in the coming hours as authorities secure and clear the area. Transport delays are likely along the N12.
Advice
Avoid the area until the situation stabilizes and authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes to circumvent the impacted site. Heed instructions from authorities.
