A security guard at Thembisa High School in Ekurhuleni is facing attempted murder charges after firing a gun on the school premises. The incident occurred when the guard confronted pupils selling atchar and confiscated a school bag, sparking outrage on social media. The situation escalated as angry pupils rallied their peers against the 37-year-old guard. Captain Nelda Sekgobela, spokeswoman for Ekurhuleni district police, stated that the guard discharged the gun when he felt threatened.