There is dispute over what type of ammunition was used and role of VIP and ordinary police. What is clear, however, is that the ANC canvassers/leaders were not welcomed in Bekkersdal, in fact met very hostile reception.

http://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-courts/cops-mum-on-bekkersdal-incident-1.1661693#.UyMi8Fw55SU