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Following a lockdown at San Fernando West Secondary School on Wednesday to prevent a violent after-school clash, concerned parents are now calling for police officers to be stationed at the school.
The Ministry of Education confirmed that the school principal activated emergency protocols after a group of suspicious individuals was seen loitering near the premises. Police responded swiftly, and one person was taken into custody. Guardian Media understands that a knife was seized during the incident.
The situation is believed to be linked to a series of violent fights on Tuesday, during which teachers and security guards were assaulted while trying to intervene. As a result, student attendance was reportedly low yesterday.
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