Motorists are warned to avoid the R81 road towards Mooketsi. The road is currently being blocked by local residents in the area due to protest actions.

Especially motorists on their way to Modjadjiskloof, Giyani and Polokwane (R81) are cautioned.

The newspaper was able to confirm that a task team from the provincial police are currently en-route to the scene.

This is a developing story and more details will be published as information becomes available.

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