POLICE have received six reports relating to alleged incidents at St John’s College Cawaci in Levuka between August and November 12 this year.
Police spokeswoman Ana Naisoro confirmed the reports involved allegations of physical assaults, damage to school property, theft and indecent behaviour.
“No charges have been laid in relation to these cases at this stage,” she said.
Ms Naisoro said because the suspects involved were juveniles, the investigation files would be forwarded through the Divisional Crime Officer East to the Officer in Charge of Juvenile for further assessment and appropriate decisions.
She said police had also engaged with the Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection to address concerns relating to the welfare and safety of students.
Police are encouraging students, parents and school authorities to report incidents of bullying, intimidation, threats or physical assaults.
Ms Naisoro said police would continue conducting awareness programmes to educate students about respecting one another, avoiding violence and reporting inappropriate behaviour.
“The school, parents and relevant authorities are encouraged to work together to ensure that students are safe and able to learn in a secure environment.”
Questions sent to the Ministry of Education remained unanswered when this edition went to press.
