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According to authorities, the bus was initially stopped near Peter Mokaba Stadium before being immobilised close to the Polokwane weighbridge and redirected to the Provincial Traffic Control Centre (PTCC).<\/p>\nWhen officers moved in, the driver allegedly attempted to flee but was quickly apprehended, restrained and arrested.<\/p>\nPolice say the bus will remain at the PTCC until excess passengers are removed and all required fines are paid. 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According to authorities, the bus was initially stopped near Peter Mokaba Stadium before being immobilised close to the Polokwane weighbridge and redirected to the Provincial Traffic Control Centre (PTCC).<\/p>\nWhen officers moved in, the driver allegedly attempted to flee but was quickly apprehended, restrained and arrested.<\/p>\nPolice say the bus will remain at the PTCC until excess passengers are removed and all required fines are paid. 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