Patrons will never again enjoy the good coffee and freshly bakes cakes at Nino’s in Highveld Mall.
After the fatal shooting of Nino’s Coffee Shop owner, Ms Helen Fanourakis, the popular coffee shop closed its doors.
Fanourakis was shot dead on Sunday, March 31, during a hijacking.
This took place right in front of the entrance to the security complex in Del Judor Street where she lived with her two sons, Nicholas (17) and Dimitri (12).
Flowers placed in front of the coffee shop told of how loved Fanourakis was in the community.
“We regularly popped around and Helen was always there laughing and interacting with her clients. I guess just like many others, we always ended up visiting Helen over a steaming hot cup of Latte. She knew every client and always made sure that everyone was happy and enjoying the homely feel she created in the coffee shop,” said Ms Carien Prinsloo.
Mr Henri Gouws, Highveld Mall marketing manager said revamping is taking place inside Nino’s and a new coffee shop will soon open its doors.
It has been nearly three months after Fanourakis’ murder and the police still have no leads.
They are appealing to anyone who may be able to assist in the investigation to contact Lieutenant Colonel Solly Thobejane at 079 891 5845 or the SAPS Crime Stop number 08600 10111.
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