The Gauteng Department of Education has confirmed the death of a six-year-old Grade R girl learner from Letsatsing Primary Mine School in Carletonville, following a freak scholar transport accident.
The accident happened on Friday, 15 August.
GAUTENG LEARNER KILLED IN SCHOLAR TRANSPORT ACCIDENT
Gauteng Education spokesperson Steve Mabona said following the accident, the minor was rushed to Carletonville Hospital for medical attention, where she sadly passed away later that afternoon due to serious injuries.
Mabona said law enforcement agencies are investigating the circumstances surrounding this accident.
“The psycho-social support unit will be made available to the school community, bereaved family, learners, and educators,” he said.
The department’s officials were expected to visit the family on Sunday, 17 August, to convey their condolences accordingly.
MEC CONVEYS HIS CONDOLENCES
Meanwhile, the Gauteng MEC for Education, Matome Chiloane, has conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, school community, and all those affected by this heartbreaking loss.
“We extend our deepest sympathies to the family and assure them of our full support during this difficult time,” Chiloane said.
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