At least three cars, believed to belong to e-hailing drivers were torched and vandalised near the main entrance of the mall on Thursday night.
JOHANNESBURG - The Soweto United E-hailing Association said the violence that broke out at the Maponya Mall on Thursday night was an act of crime and was not linked to any clashes with taxi drivers.The cars are believed to belong to e-hailing drivers, however, police said this had not been confirmed.
"So if there is anybody attacking Uber drivers, at this stage, until police give all investigations and people are apprehended, we won't be able to give a statement on who committed the crimes." However, Maponya Mall confirmed that there was an altercation between taxi drivers, meter taxis, and other e-hailing services within the shopping centre's premises.
The mall said it was actively engaging with everyone involved, including the relevant authorities, to address the situation swiftly and effectively. In a statement released on Friday, the mall's management said its security team had been bolstered to ensure enhanced safety measures throughout the mall premises.Our officials managed to arrive by 7pm & met the center manager whom didn't have full details either. 4 cars affected & drivers assaulted & one shot.' E-Hailing Partners Council-EPCO🇿🇦 June 2, 2023
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