Mogoditshane police concerned over escalating tensions between Batswana and Zimbabwean nationals
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Police in Mogoditshane have expressed concern regarding rising tensions between Batswana and Zimbabwean nationals, following a series of violent clashes. These incidents are reportedly linked to accusations by some local residents that foreign nationals, particularly Zimbabweans, are responsible for an increase in criminal activities in the area. Mogoditshane Acting Police Station Commander, Superintendent Mompoloki Ramaphoi, warned that the situation could worsen, potentially leading to fatalities if not addressed promptly. The violence began on Saturday at Manyanda Bar, where a group of Zimbabwean nationals allegedly assaulted Batswana and damaged the bar. Police are investigating a case of malicious damage to property. On Sunday, a group of locals reportedly targeted and assaulted foreign nationals in their homes, leaving one Zimbabwean man unconscious and hospitalized in stable condition. Another confrontation occurred Sunday night at Manyanda Bar, where police intervened to rescue two severely assaulted Zimbabwean men. Ramaphoi urged both communities to exercise restraint and allow law enforcement to handle criminal matters through legal channels, warning against retaliatory attacks.
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