There was a hostage situation at The Palms Centre in Woodstock, Cape Town, this morning. According to a Facebook community group, there were armed suspects with handguns and a shotgun. The building was said to be “surrounded”.
Cape {town} Etc contacted the Woodstock Police Station who confirmed the incident. According to the officer, police were on the scene this morning and the situation is now under control.
We did a drive-by and all seems to be clear and calm. There is currently one police vehicle at the location.
The Palms Centre is located at 145 Sir Lowry Road.
Cape {town} Etc has contacted the SAPS for more information and is pending a response.
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