Picture: Learners addressed by police during school visit/Supplied
By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
The Deputy Junior Provincial Commissioner for Corporate Services in the Northern Cape, Simone Van Rooyen accompanied by the Roodepan SAPS Social Crime Prevention, Safety Volunteers, Department of Education and Social Development kicked off youth month with an event at Roodepan Primary School on 6 June 2024.
Van Rooyen also introduced the Junior Visible Policing Commander for Roodepan SAPS, Rougracia Fisher and the Junior Detective Commander for Roodepan SAPS, Perpetua Morgan, as they are all Grade 11 learners at Pescodia High School in Roodepan.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Lieutenant Col Sergio Kock said the police addressed 956 learners under the Youth Month theme: “Actively embracing the socio-economic gains of our democracy”.
Kock said the scholars were informed about general bullying, cyber bullying, sexual offences, social ills and school/general discipline.
“They were reminded of basic safety hints they should adhere to at school and during the upcoming school holidays and beyond. The learners were entertained by the SAPS Provincial Band and received safety hint flyers and other marketing materials.
“Van Rooyen also reminded the scholars to break the silence on crime and call the police on 08600 10111. You can also call Child Line for help on 0800 0555 55 or the Department of Social Development Command Centre on 0800 428 428,” he said.
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