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Police commended for drug bust at Durban school

Police commended for drug bust at Durban school

KwaZulu-Natal Education MEC, Sipho Hlomuka, has commended the South African Police Service (SAPS) for their swift and effective operation at Fairvale Secondary School in Wentworth, south of Durban, which led to the confiscation of illegal substances and large sums of cash.

The massive operation on Friday follows the reports of violence and drug-related activities within the school.

Over 60 police officers conducted a thorough search and seizure to ensure that teaching and learning can continue in a safe and drug-free environment.

Among the illegal substances confiscated are vapes, cigarettes, sharp scissors, pocket knives, pain medication, and some unknown pills.

Hlomuka reiterated that the department is against criminal activities permeating the schools and putting learners’ futures at risk.

“We will not idly stand by while drugs and illegal activities threaten the safety and education of our children,” Hlomuka said.

The MEC also implored parents and guardians to play an active role in monitoring their children’s activities.

“We ask that parents be intentional about ensuring that their children stay away from the use of illegal substances and any criminal activities. The safety and well-being of our learners requires joint effort between the department, law enforcement and families,” Hlomuka said. – SAnews.gov.za

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KwaZulu-Natal Education MEC, Sipho Hlomuka, has commended the South African Police Service (SAPS) for their swift and effective operation at Fairvale Secondary School in Wentworth, south of Durban, which led to the confiscation of illegal substances and large sums of cash.

The massive operation on Friday follows the reports of violence and drug-related activities within the school.

Over 60 police officers conducted a thorough search and seizure to ensure that teaching and learning can continue in a safe and drug-free environment.

Among the illegal substances confiscated are vapes, cigarettes, sharp scissors, pocket knives, pain medication, and some unknown pills.

Hlomuka reiterated that the department is against criminal activities permeating the schools and putting learners’ futures at risk.

“We will not idly stand by while drugs and illegal activities threaten the safety and education of our children,” Hlomuka said.

The MEC also implored parents and guardians to play an active role in monitoring their children’s activities.

“We ask that parents be intentional about ensuring that their children stay away from the use of illegal substances and any criminal activities. The safety and well-being of our learners requires joint effort between the department, law enforcement and families,” Hlomuka said. – SAnews.gov.za

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