Dad-to-be killed in drive-by shooting
Tributes are flowing for a father-to-be who was killed in an alleged drive-by shooting in Melbourne’s southeast.
Aaron Toth was found with a gunshot wound in a vehicle at Hampton Park about 12.30am on Saturday.
The 30-year-old was declared dead at the scene.
Friend Sammy Adams said he was travelling to Melbourne after news of his “best mate’s” death.
“I’m on my way to Melbourne now, a day too late for a catch up we will never have,” he said,
“I’ll never be able to tell you how much I love you as a mate for all you have done for me.
“I’m so upset and f---d up by your death … My deepest sympathy and condolences to all of your family.”
Neighbours on the quiet suburban street told the Herald Sun they heard two to four gunshots at the time of Mr Toth’s death.
Other residents complained about the “odd hours” kept by residents at the home, which had been rented for some years.
The suspected targeted shooting sparked an urgent search by police for the alleged gunman.
Police were told a Ford Ranger ute was seen driving away from the area.
A burnt out vehicle was later located about 10 minutes away in Berkwick later that morning.
Police are yet to determine if the vehicle is linked to the shooting, with investigations till ongoing.
