Pupils released into the custody of their parents
By Kim Saulse
17 September 2009
Two grade nine pupils have been released into the custody of their parents, after appearing in court yesterday, in connection with the stabbing of fellow pupils at a school in Bonteheuwel.
The Arcadia High School pupils, aged 16 and 17, are accused of using a pen to stab one of their peers in the head on Tuesday. The second victim was stabbed in his lower back.
The incident is believed to be gang-related.
MEC Donald Grant says trauma counselling sessions have been arranged for pupils and teachers at the school.
Police visibility has also been increased since the incident.
17 September 2009
Two grade nine pupils have been released into the custody of their parents, after appearing in court yesterday, in connection with the stabbing of fellow pupils at a school in Bonteheuwel.
The Arcadia High School pupils, aged 16 and 17, are accused of using a pen to stab one of their peers in the head on Tuesday. The second victim was stabbed in his lower back.
The incident is believed to be gang-related.
MEC Donald Grant says trauma counselling sessions have been arranged for pupils and teachers at the school.
Police visibility has also been increased since the incident.
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