KLERKDSORP, NW - A video of a traffic police vehicle being attacked has gone viral.
The incident happened on the R503 between Klerksdorp and Hartbeesfontein in the North West yesterday.
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It is reported that members of the public apprehended two men for armed robbery.
The men ran for cover in the traffic vehicle and community members attacked them while inside.
The two suspects aged 26 and 44 were severely beaten and taken to the hospital under police guard.
Officials have cautioned against community members resorting to mob justice.