A wanted man who sparked a manhunt after three women were killed in a crossbow attack has been found.
Armed police swarmed the Hilly Fields area of Enfield today (July 10) after heavy police presence across the area as officers urgently searched for Kyle Clifford following a crossbow attack.
Carol Hunt, 61, who was married to the BBC 5 Live racing presenter John Hunt, and two of their daughters Louise, 25, and Hannah, 28, were found seriously injured at a home in Ashlyn Close, Bushey, Hertfordshire, yesterday (July 9).
Herts Police and the East of England Ambulance Service were called just before 7pm, but a spokesperson confirmed that “despite their best efforts” all three victims died at the scene.
The manhunt to find 26-year-old Clifford was then launched with officers searching across the Hertfordshire and north London areas, where they believed he may be.
Hertfordshire Constabulary confirmed that Clifford is now receiving medical treatment after he was found with injuries.
Despite speculation online, no shots were fired by police.
At this stage, police believe the suspect was known to the victims.
Detective Inspector Justine Jenkins from the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Major Crime Unit said: “This continues to be an incredibly difficult time for the victims’ family and we would ask that their privacy is respected as they come to terms with what has happened.
“This investigation is moving at pace and formal identification of the victims is yet to take place. The premature naming of potential victims has caused great upset to the family when they should’ve been given the space to come to terms with their sudden loss.
“Following extensive enquiries, the suspect has been located and nobody else is being sought in connection with the investigation at this time.
“We have had an overwhelming number of calls and would like to express our gratitude to the members of the public who have contacted us. We would still appeal for anyone with information or footage to please contact police directly and refrain from commenting on social media as this could affect the progress of the case. We have set up an information portal where people can submit any information, photos or video footage which they feel could assist us with our investigation.
“This incident will of course be of concern to local residents. Additional local officers will be in the area today so please do speak to them if you need to.”
Anyone with information is asked to visit: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/35SA020124R09-PO
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