The Western Cape SAPS has confirmed the arrest of a 13-year-old in connection with a stabbing incident at Helderberg High School that left two 14-year-old learners injured on Friday morning, 23 October 2026.

The child was arrested on the day of the incident and is facing two counts of assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm. He has been scheduled to appear in court this week.

“He was released to the care of his parent and will make his first court appearance before the Somerset West Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday 27 October 2026,” said SAPS spokesperson, Constable Ndakhe Gwala.

According to the Somerset West police investigation, the 13-year-old allegedly confronted four other learners before stabbing two of them with a knife. The circumstances leading to the incident have not been confirmed.

“According to reports early this morning (Friday, 23 October 2026) at about 07:45 a 13-year-old Grade 8 learner confronted four learners. He was armed with a knife and stabbed two of the learners with the knife.”

The two victims were taken to a nearby hospital for medical treatment.

Somerset West detectives are investigating two cases of assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm following the incident.

*This article has been updated to reflect the latest on the case.