Police hunt Enfield man who ‘may have crossbow’ after triple killing

Enfield resident Kyle Clifford, aged 26, is wanted in connection with the deaths of three women in Bushey, Hertfordshire, last night

Detectives investigating a triple murder near Watford are hunting for a man from Enfield – who they warn “may have a crossbow”.

Three women were killed last night (Tuesday 9th) at a property in Bushey, Hertfordshire, at around 7pm. Hertfordshire Police have since been searching throughout the night for 26-year-old Kyle Clifford, who is from Enfield and is wanted in connection with the incident.

Detective Superintendent Rob Hall from the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Major Crime Unit, said: “This is an incredibly difficult incident for the victims’ family and we would ask that their privacy is respected as they come to terms with what has happened.

“While we are still in the early stages of this investigation, we are actively seeking Kyle Clifford who we believe could be in the areas of Hertfordshire or North London.

“Given the serious nature of the incident, I would ask anyone who knows where he is to contact the police immediately. If you believe you see him, please do not approach him and dial 999 straight away. He may still be in possession of a weapon.

“Our inquiries will continue over the coming days to ascertain the full circumstances of what happened but I would also like to take this opportunity to appeal to anyone who was in the area around Ashlyn Close from around lunchtime on Tuesday until 7pm, and believes they may have seen anything that could assist the investigation, to contact us.

“This incident will of course be of concern to local residents. Officers from the Neighborhood Policing Team will be in the area today so please do speak to them if you need to.”

Information can be reported online, via an online web chat service or via the non-emergency number 101, quoting Op Infauna. Alternatively, stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form.

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