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A Golden Arrow bus driver was taken to hospital after being shot in the mouth on Monday, July 19. As reported, the bus was making its way onto the N2 when the incident occurred.
The bus company’s spokesperson, John Dammert says the driver is currently receiving medical attention and the incident has been reported to the SAPS, as IOL mentions. No other injuries were reported.

Two men were also arrested on Monday following a shooting incident in Langa, Cape Town. In a video doing the rounds on social media, a vehicle is being shot at the close to the Langa taxi rank.

Police spokesperson, Joseph Swartbooi confirmed the incident and indicated that the two men aged 45 and 55 years have been arrested and are expected to appear in court.

The shooting incident follows the Western Cape Department of Transport’s engagement with the minibus taxi industry on Friday, July 16. However, no agreement was reached during recent talks as an independent mediator has been brought in for the dialogue to continue between the leaders of the taxi associations.

At least 23 people have been killed in the ongoing taxi war violence in the Western Cape since the beginning of June, SABC reported. 

Western Cape Premier, Alan Winde indicated the ongoing taxi violence is the governments top priority.

The newly appointed Minister for Transport in the Western Cape, Daylin Mitchell added, that his department will continue to work closely with all the law enforcement authorities to ensure that the necessary enforcement operations are planned to ensure law and order and that the safety of commuters remain the priority.

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