Bullying could have lead to young learner's death
The Gauteng Education Department is investigating a possible severe case of bullying, after the death of a primary school learner from a school in Benoni on the East Rand.
Education spokesperson Steve Mabona says police are also investigating the circumstances after allegations that the boy was injured while he had been bullied on more than one occasion.
" We are investigating circumstances surrounding the death because there are allegations that this was reported to the school."
Mabona says they have already offered any professional help the family might need.
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-Death of another Grade 5 learner-
Meanwhile GDE has also expressed its condolences after a grade 5 learner died following an accident Wednesday morning.
The learner from Leratong Primary School lost her life after being hit by a truck on her way to school.
"The department will provide the necessary support and counselling to the family, affected educators and the learners. The driver of the truck has been cooperative and did not abandon the scene. We are working with our sister Gauteng Department of Community Safety to further investigate the matter" says Mabona.