Eastern Cape Police in South Africa have confirmed 12 cars were damaged during s traditional Leaders Protest against the reported coronation of a Nigeria “King” in KuGompo City, the Sowetan has reported.

Quoting the Police Spokesperson Brig, Nobuntu Gantana, the South African Newspaper the Sowetan said the police confirmed that they were at the scene “of a protest that turned violent”

“The protest began as a planned peaceful demonstration by various traditional leaders over the alleged coronation of an Igbo King.

“Violence broke out when some participants moved away from the City Hall, where a petition was being handed over

“Twelve vehicles have been damaged, several buildings have been torched and no injuries have been reported.

“Emergency services, including the fire department, remain on the scene, along with public order police unit.

“This is an active scene, and updates and information will be shared later” Gantana said.

Credit: The Sowetan