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‘Gang unit’ investigates double murder, Helenvale

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‘Gang unit’ investigates double murder, Helenvale
'Gang unit' investigates double murder, Helenvale

The Provincial Organised Crime Investigation (Gang Investigation) is on the hunt for murder suspect/s involved in the fatal shooting of two males during the early hours of 18 January 2022, in Helenvale.

It is alleged that at about 00:45, Michael Matthews (aged between 27-37 years old) and Ettiene Minnie (21) were smoking in front of a house in Fitchardt Street when the owner of the house heard several gunshots.

Both males were shot.

Minnie was found lying in the yard with a gunshot wound to his head while Matthews was found lying on stairs a few houses away. He sustained multiple injuries to his head and chest. The suspects are unknown at this stage.

A case of murder is under investigation.

Police are appealing to anyone who can assist in tracing the suspect/s to contact the Provincial OCI, Detective Sergeant Mclean on 082 387 6237 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or their nearest police station.

All information is strictly confidential and callers may remain anonymous.

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