Operations at the Wynberg Magistrates Court came to a sudden halt this morning after authorities received a report of a possible explosive device inside the building.
According to CGN Crime, the alert was relayed to police after a caller contacted Telkom claiming that a device had been placed on one of the court’s floors.
Details from police also relayed in early updates from Cape Town news sources indicate that officers responded immediately and secured the surrounding area.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) confirmed that specialised teams are currently combing the court, as police spokesperson FC van Wyk said that K9 explosive detection units are conducting a floor-by-floor sweep, while the Bomb Disposal Unit remains on site to assess and manage any potential threat.
Officials have cordoned off the vicinity to ensure public safety, and no one is being allowed near the building until the search is completed.
Authorities have asked residents and commuters to steer clear of the court precinct while the investigation continues.
Early reports circulating in community updates emphasised that the situation is being handled with caution as trained teams examine the building.
No further information has been released about the origin of the call or whether any suspicious items have been found.
SAPS says updates will follow once the sweep is complete, as this is a developing story.
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