Officials Release Details on 5-Year-Old Twins Found Dead After Sanford Mom Jumped from Bridge: Catorreia Hutto

Officials have released details surrounding the tragic deaths of five-year-old twins in Sanford, Florida. The incident is being described as a double murder-suicide after their mother, 31-year-old Victoria Hutto, jumped from the Lake Jesup Bridge. The twins, identified as Ahmad and Ava Jackson, were found dead in their beds at home on the same day.

Neighbors described Hutto as a hands-on mom who seemed overwhelmed at times but showed no signs of violence towards her children. Authorities have reached out to Hutto’s mother, who revealed that her daughter had struggled with depression throughout her life. However, there were no prior indications that she would harm her children.

While a gun and bullets were found inside the home, the children were not shot, and there were no signs of trauma. The cause of their deaths will be determined by the medical examiner. The twins attended a charter school, which expressed deep sadness and shock over their sudden passing.

The Seminole County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that the deaths were ruled as a homicide by the medical examiner. There were also findings consistent with asphyxia death. However, toxicology results showed no evidence of poisoning.

This tragic incident has highlighted the importance of mental health support. Resources are available for those struggling with similar issues, including the Harbor House of Central Florida’s 24-hour confidential crisis hotline and the Victim Service Center of Central Florida’s 24/7 helpline. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is also available in English and Spanish, while the United Way of Central Florida offers 2-1-1 services for domestic abuse support and other assistance. Additionally, individuals contemplating suicide can call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org for help. Organizations such as the National Alliance on Mental Illness Greater Orlando and the Mental Health Association of Central Florida provide crisis resources as well.

The community is left mourning the loss of these young children and grappling with the devastating impact of this tragedy.