Five men held over murder and attacks on foreign nationals in Durban
South African police have arrested five men in Durban following a series of violent attacks and a murder targeting foreign nationals. The suspects were apprehended during protests near the home affairs offices and are being investigated for multiple assault and homicide cases.
Why it matters
This incident highlights ongoing social tensions and xenophobic violence in South Africa, raising concerns about public safety and the protection of foreign nationals.
KwaZulu-Natal police are holding five men for questioning in connection with the murder, attempted murder and assault of foreign nationals during protests in Durban.
The men, aged between 19 and 46, were taken in on Friday afternoon during protests outside the home affairs offices on Che Guevara Road in Umbilo.
Police spokesperson Col Robert Netshiunda said the men could assist investigators with several cases involving attacks on foreign nationals in the city.
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