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All the learners involved in the assault were identified, interviewed and suspended by the School Governing Body pending formal disciplinary hearings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-investigation-underway\">Investigation underway<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The department confirmed the matter was being treated with the seriousness it deserved, the behaviour contradicting the values and ethos of Milnerton High.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Formal disciplinary hearings will follow for the suspended learners in accordance with relevant disciplinary procedures,&#8221; Hammond stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Police investigations were also continuing, with Milnerton police confirming they were investigating a case of assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-support-for-affected-learners\">Support for affected learners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The WCED emphasised that counselling and psychosocial support were being provided to those affected by the incident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It also appealed to the public not to circulate the footage of the incident, highlighting the importance of protecting minors&#8217; privacy and upholding their dignity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The incident, brought to the public&#8217;s attention by United Democratic Movement (UDM) member Nqabayomzi Kwankwa, sparked widespread condemnation and renewed calls for stricter anti-bullying measures at schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The victim&#8217;s mother accused the school of ignoring repeated reports of bullying, claiming her son had been subjected to ongoing harassment by a group that included members of the school&#8217;s Rugby First Team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-moving-forward\">Moving forward<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As the disciplinary process was unfolding the WCED stated its commitment to supporting the school community and ensuring fair outcomes while facilitating a safe environment for continued learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This was particularly crucial as Grade 12 learners prepared for their National Senior Certificate examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The department emphasised that prioritising safety and well-being for all learners remained paramount as the school worked to address this serious incident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-road-closures-around-milnerton-high-school\">Road Closures around Milnerton High School <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>According to reports protests were happening at the school on Wednesday. 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