The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Mpumalanga has confirmed that a viral video falsely alleging an attack on a Namibian truck driver during recent national protests is entirely fabricated.Police spokesperson Colonel Mavela Masondo emphasized that the footage circulating online and on media platforms does not depict a real incident.

Investigations revealed the video's content is misleading, with the actual event involving a Namibian security guard at a tavern in Hendrina on June 6.

A fight erupted over a woman between the guard and a South African man, leading to the guard drawing his service firearm and allegedly shooting the man.Police opened an attempted murder case and arrested the suspect.

Acting Commissioner Maj-Gen Zeph Mkhwanazi condemned the spread of misinformation, stating such content incites panic and undermines law enforcement efforts.SAPS urged the public and media to verify information before sharing, stressing that false narratives damage community trust.The incident is unrelated to the nationwide protests, highlighting the need for accurate reporting amid social unrest.