300 suspects arrested for anti-immigrant violence in South Africa

April 21, 2015 02:22

More than 300 suspects have been arrested in South Africa in connection with deadly attacks on foreigners that have forced thousands to flee, the government said Sunday.

"We once again unequivocally condemn the maiming and killing of our brothers and sisters from other parts of the continent," the government said. "No amount of frustration or anger can justify these attacks and looting of shops."

Thousands sought refuge in temporary shelters after mobs with machetes attacked immigrants in Durban.

The attacks in Durban killed two immigrants and three South Africans, including a 14-year-old boy, authorities said.

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