A gruesome double murder has shocked the quiet suburb of Henley on Klip near Meyerton on Sunday evening, May 4.

According to Constable Nompumelelo Zazini, a spokesperson for the South African Police Service, Constable W. Sweetie responded to a distress call at approximately 19:15 and arrived at a house in Shiplake Street, where the bodies of 54-year-old woman and her 16-year-old son were found near the gate of the property.

The Henley on Klip CPF was first to respond and secured the scene so that the police could conduct a proper investigation without contamination of evidence.

Both victims had sustained multiple stab wounds to the neck, face, and hands.

Police spokesperson Warrant Officer Taunyana confirmed that the prime suspect is the victims’ older son (25).

He allegedly fled the scene but later handed himself over at the Meyerton Police Station.

He is currently in custody and faces two counts of murder.

The man is expected to appear in court soon.

The motive for the attack remains unknown at this stage.

Local crime scene experts and SAPS members, including Sgt Pooe from the Local Criminal Record Centre, attended the scene.

The case is under investigation, and police have confirmed that a formal case number will be issued soon.

The community has been left reeling from the tragedy, with many residents expressing disbelief over the family violence.

Colonel Senzangakhona Christopher Mohale, Station Commander at Meyerton SAPS, has assured the public that a thorough investigation is underway.

Anyone with information that could assist the police in solving this matter can contact the Meyerton police on 016 360 4700, Crime Stop on 08600 10111, or use the MySAPS App to provide the police with information confidentially.