A security guard was shot and killed in Emona, Tongaat while guarding a reservoir last Tuesday – presumably for his firearm.

It is believed that 2 security guards were on duty when they were attacked by 3 armed men.

According to Reaction Unit SA spokesperson Prem Balram the 40-year-old was found lying on his back in a shipping container.

“He sustained a gunshot wound to his back and according to his colleague, they were tasked with guarding the reservoir when 3 suspects entered the premises and held them up.

“Their attackers took both security officer’s 38 special revolvers and their cellphones.

During the robbery, the suspects fired at least 3 shots before they fled on foot,” said Balram.

KZN police spokesperson captain Nqobile Gwala said a charges of murder and robbery were being investigated by Tongaat Saps.