Tragedy at Lerutle Primary School: A Grade 3 learner died and several others were injured after a wall collapsed on Thursday in Daveyton, Ekurhuleni. Picture Credit: GoogleMaps
By Aisha Zardad
Gauteng – A Grade 3 learner at Lerutle Primary School has died after a wall collapsed on him during break on Thursday, leaving several other children seriously injured.
The Gauteng Department of Education confirmed that the wall fell onto six learners, who sustained severe injuries. “Emergency services responded swiftly, and all six learners were transported to medical facilities for urgent treatment. Tragically, one of the Grade 3 learners later passed away in hospital,” the department said.
Matome Chiloane called for a full investigation into the incident. “We are deeply saddened by this tragic event and the loss of such a young life. Our thoughts and prayers are with the learner’s family, fellow learners, educators, and the entire school community as they process this devastating loss. We will ensure that necessary support is provided and that the circumstances surrounding this incident are thoroughly determined,” he said.
Psycho-social support teams have been deployed to the school to provide counselling to learners, staff, and affected families, the MEC added.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the collapse, while parents and the community remain in shock following the tragic incident.
