A video circulating on X has captured the tense moments between an elderly citizen and her family as they confront authorities over the demolition of their makeshift home at Russia Taxi Rank.
The family is refusing to vacate the land, which is being cleared for a road expansion project, and is resisting eviction by what they claim to be an unknown private contractor.
The incident, which unfolded early within the today , follows the demolition of several houses and makeshift structures by individuals described as land guards.
The demolition was reportedly carried out in the presence of police officers, raising concerns among the affected families about the legitimacy and fairness of the action.
The affected occupants are now seeking answers from the authorities, questioning the identity of the private contractor and the legality of the demolition.
An elderly citizen and her family found themselves in a standoff with authorities over an attempt to demolish their makeshift structure for road expansion works at Russia, Taxi rank. pic.twitter.com/SblCT0OQrL
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