After school had reassembled for the start of the new academic year barely three weeks ago, small groups of children could still be seen roaming some streets in the middle of the morning.
The group on Thomas Street a week ago today, all but one primary boys, was dressed in what appeared to be regulation school uniform. Some of them were carrying small piles of exercise books bent double. The girl, who was wearing the expression of a reluctant accomplice was carrying a bag slung over her shoulder and across her chest.
School appeared to be the last thing on their minds and they appeared mindful of the power they wielded which allowed them the