Benoni school raid uncovers 221 vapes, 10 knives, 3 knuckle dusters, and 3 toy guns

Zuko Komisa

An EMPD raid on a Benoni school uncovered a large number of weapons, including 10 knives, and a significant haul of illegal items, such as 221 vapes and cannabis.
The search was conducted by the K9 Unit and a sniffer dog as part of ongoing efforts to remove dangerous items from school premises.
Officials confirmed that similar operations will continue across the City of Ekurhuleni to ensure the safety and security of learners.

An Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) raid at a school in Belvedere, Benoni, has led to the discovery and confiscation of numerous illegal items, including knives, drugs, and a significant number of vapes.

The operation took place on Tuesday, 9 September 2025, as part of an ongoing effort to ensure student safety.

The EMPD’s K9 Unit, along with a sniffer dog, conducted searches of both students and their school bags in classrooms. The operation’s goal was to find dangerous weapons and illegal substances that pose a risk to learners and staff.

The search yielded a substantial haul: 10 knives, 3 knuckle dusters, and 3 toy guns. The K9 unit also located 7 bags of cannabis, along with 5 matchboxes and 9 lighters. Most notably, officers seized a staggering 221 vapes.

All confiscated items were immediately removed from the premises.

The EMPD confirmed that similar operations will be carried out across the City of Ekurhuleni to maintain secure learning environments. The department stressed its commitment to eliminating weapons, drugs, and other harmful items from schools to ensure the well-being of all learners.