Penzance pays homage to the late Officer Jameson

FOLLOWING the tragic passing of Warrant Officer Michael Jameson (SAPS), Penzance Primary School is inviting the community to pay tribute to the officer and join them in remembering him. The school is offering hearts made out of paper upon which sympathizers can write a message for the family of the late Jameson.

On Wednesday, May 4, Jameson was off-duty when he was shot and killed while picking up his daughter from a school in Umbilo. According to SAPS, Jameson noticed a hijacking in progress and immediately placed himself in harm’s way and responded to the incident.

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In a statement released by the school, they said, “Feel free to write a message and hang a heart on the school gate in appreciation of Officer Jameson’s service. Hearts and ribbons will be available with the security guard at the Bartle Road front entrance until Friday, May 20 at 14:00.”

These hearts will be handed to the family of Officer Jameson upon removal.

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