Various units within the SA Police Service are braced for the planned minibus taxi strike scheduled to start in Cape Town on Monday, Western Cape police said.
Public order police (POPs), flying squad members, the K9 unit, as well as other units would be deployed at identified locations and taxi hubs in an effort to ensure the safety and security of commuters and motorists, Brigadier Novela Potelwa said on Sunday.
The SAPS air wing would also be on standby. The SAPS was working closely with other law enforcement officials from the metro police and traffic services to prevent road closures and traffic disruptions.
“We urge those participating in the strike to respect other road users who are not part of the strike.
"As law enforcement agencies we will not hesitate to act on those who break the law and infringe upon the rights of others,” Potelwa said.