Fatal shooting rocks Helenvale: Three victims, including toddler killed

Police in Gqeberha are on the hunt for suspects who shot and killed three people including a three old child and injuring two other people in their home in Pienaar Street, Helenvale, Gqeberha last night, April 16.

According to police spokesperson, Colonel Priscilla Naidu, it is alleged that at about 23:15, the door was kicked open by three unknown suspects who fired at the occupants.

Naidu added that the deceased have been identified as Ellen Hutchinson, a 52-year-old woman, Claudeo Thomas, a 44-year-old man, and Emilio Hutchinson, a 3-year-old baby boy.

She further added that two individuals, a 13-year-old teenage girl and a 19-year-old man, were injured and have been taken to the hospital.

The motive behind the incident is currently under investigation.

"Murder as well as attempted murder cases are under investigation by the Provincial Anti-Gang Investigation Unit," concluded Naidu. 

Any person who can assist police with information relating to the murders may contact Detective Warrant Officer Neville Gouws at 082 387 5904 or alternatively 08600 10111.