Police investigate R150 000 ‘computer heist’
Midrand Police are investigating a case of business breaking and theft which occurred at the Midland Primary and High School where 20 computer boxes set were looted.
Learners of Midland Primary and High School have been robbed of the opportunity to learn and improve technological skills following a 20-computer heist.
Two suspects entered the school’s premises in Crowthorne AH, Midrand, and walked away with the computers on September 22. It was noticed by the school on September 23.
According to the school principal Sharira Padayachy, this was a big shock to them as the school had sufficient security features which included an electric fence and 24-hour security personnel.
“Unfortunately, yes, our new computer lab has been broken into and 20 computers have been taken. On the CCTV cameras, there were two people [suspects] seen, one getting computers out of the lab and giving them to the other suspect. There was no sign of any tampering to access the school’s premises,” said Padayachy.
She added this would negatively impact the Grade 12 learners who had just completed their preliminary exams and would start with their finals soon.
The 30-computer lab and information centre was officially opened on August 12 this year to the excitement of Grade 10 to 12 learners and CAT teachers, as reported in New computer lab to help learners better skills, [Week ending August 19]. They are now left reeling in shock and disappointment.
Midrand Police Station acting spokesperson Sergeant Thabiso Angelina Selowa said a case of business break-in and theft were being probed.
“Police are investigating the case of business break-in and theft that occurred on September 22 where unknown suspects broke into school premises and the school discovered on Friday [September 23] at about 05:05 in the morning. Stolen items included LG screens and Acer mouses valued at R150 000,” said Selowa.
She added the vehicle used in the theft had not been identified and police urged the community to come forward with information about the crime by contacting Midrand Police Station on 011 347 1600.
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