Protea police and the Youth Crime Desk made their way to Glenridge Primary School on Friday, October 29, after they received complaints about the behaviour of learners from the school.
The police were called by school management to address the issues of theft after two incidents of stolen cell phones and stickers meant to be used for fundraising at the school were reported.
“We received complaints from the teachers concerning the bullying and theft that’s taking place in the school. We had to answer to the call by visiting the school, reprimand learners and discourage them from getting involved in such atrocities,” said Sergeant Vincent Mashiteng, Communications officer of Protea SAPS.
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While addressing the learners at the school, Sergeant Mashiteng made it clear that anyone amongst them who is caught stealing or bullying other learners will face consequences which might lead to their arrest. “The school has a lot of bullying incidents when it comes to Grade 7 learners as they are the seniors at the school, we had to intervene,” explained Mashiteng.
The communications officer promised the school that the police will visit more often to ensure visibility and that learners remain at their best behaviour. The school has identified learners that are problematic who are either involved in bullying, theft or other related issues. “We will try and involve the social workers in these cases and also involve parents to see how best we can assist such learners,” added Mashiteng.
During their visit to the school, it was discovered that most of these learners who are causing problems in the school premises are usually not in their full school uniform.
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