Matriculant stabs general assistant at Blackheath High School

Western Cape police are on the hunt for a Grade 12 learner who fatally stabbed an 18-year-old general assistant at Blackheath High School.

PICTURE: Logo of Blackheath High School

The incident which occurred on Wednesday, follows an alleged argument between the two. It is unclear at this stage on what the scuffle was about.

WCED spokesperson, Bronagh Hammond, said counselling was provided to the school on Thursday morning.

‘’ The WCED has been made aware of the incident. The WCED provided counselling support to the school this morning. Ongoing support will be provided. This is a tragic incident with the loss of a young man's life, and damage done to another, in the last few weeks of his schooling career.’’

Principal, Antonio Michaels, issued a letter to parents confirming the incident, saying ''it was an isolated incident'' and that ''learner safety was never at risk.''

PICTURE: Official school letter informing parents of the 'isolated incident'

MEC David Maynier offered his condolences to those affected of the deceased.

‘’This is a tragic incident and we trust that SAPS will undertake a thorough investigation into the circumstances."

Done By: Mitchum George