Drugs, vapes and weapons seized after Westbury schools raided
Gauteng Education MEC Lebogang Maile has intensified school safety operations in Westbury after police seized drugs, vapes, knives and other prohibited items during searches at two schools.
Policing operations in Westbury schools have recovered a significant amount of prohibited substances and harmful items from pupils. The South African Police Service (SAPS) conducted searches at two schools, recovering 20 vapes, 20 smoking substances, Okapi knives, dagga, tasers, and other dangerous items. The Gauteng Education MEC Lebogang Maile has intensified safety efforts in the area, emphasizing the need for schools to remain safe and conducive spaces for learning.
Maile urged the community to collaborate with law enforcement to prevent drugs, weapons, and other harmful substances from infiltrating schools. The Gauteng Department of Education pledged to continue strengthening school safety and tackling substance abuse, violence, and indiscipline.
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