Nelspruit - The FIFA Local Organising Committee and police in Nelspruit have issued a stern warning to motorists attending the last World Cup match at the Mbombela Stadium on Friday to refrain from parking in unauthorised areas.
Provincial police spokesperson Captain Leonard Hlathi said 18 cars were towed away on Wednesday during the match between Australia and Serbia.
"The cars were taken to the Nelspruit traffic office and their owners had to pay hefty fines before they were released," Hlathi said.
Motorists had to pay a minimum fine of R1000 before they got their cars back, he added.
"We urge fans to use the park-and-ride facilities and warn them not to park in and around the stadium. Traffic officers will not hesitate to tow away any vehicle who parks illegally near the stadium or its entrances," said Hlathi.
The last match at the stadium, between Korea DPR and Cote d'Ivoire kicks off at 16:00.
