BARBERTON – A security guard at a construction site in Emjindini was shot and killed yesterday. According to reports, the deceased and a colleague were on duty at the site where a clinic is being built.
His colleague heard gunshots ring out and went to check on his co-worker only to find he had been fatally wounded.
The provincial police spokesperson, Brig Leonard Hlathi, said the incident occurred at 14:15 yesterday.
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“The victim was on duty guarding the site where a clinic is being built when the incident occurred. His colleague heard gunshots in the victim’s direction and immediately went to check on him,” said Hlathi.
According to him, the 31-year-old victim’s co-worker discovered his body in a pool of blood after the shots rang out. A manhunt has been launched and it is not known at this stage whether there was one or more suspects involved in the murder.
“He found him lying in a pool of blood, with his firearm stolen. Police and medical personnel were notified about the incident and the man was certified dead on the scene,” Hlathi added.
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The police call on anyone who may be able to assist them with their investigation to call Lt Col Zenzo Dawe on 071-685-1364, or to call the Crime Stop number on 08600-10111. Alternatively, they can provide a tip-off on the MySAPSApp that can be downloaded on any smartphone.
“All information will be treated with confidentiality and callers may opt to remain anonymous,” concluded Hlathi.
