Menu
16/09/2015
Murder Investigation Launched After Body Found In Hemel Hempstead
A murder investigation has been launched following the discovery of a woman's body at a house in Hemel Hempstead.
It is understood that police were called to reports of a man acting suspiciously in Dunlin Road at about 22:30 on Tuesday night.
Police are believed to have spoken to the man before leaving the scene.
A second call was received from another address in the same street at 23:30, reporting a break-in.
While responding to the call, police became aware of a disturbance at a third house on Dunlin Road.
Entering the house, police discovered the body of a 37-year-old woman. She was found suffering stab wounds and pronounced dead at the scene.
A short time later police arrested a 25-year-old man in the area in connection with the discovery. In a follow-up search a 19-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to burgle.
Detective Chief Inspector Jerome Kent from the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Major Crime Unit is investigating and said: "This is an extremely shocking murder in which a young mother has lost her life. Our thoughts are with her children, husband and wider family at this tragic time. The family are being fully supported by specially trained officers.
"Understandably the wider community may also be concerned about the events of last night however I would like to reassure you that incidents such as these are extremely unusual in Hertfordshire. I would like to assure you we have a dedicated team of officers and staff working to investigate the full circumstances of what has happened.
"Both houses in Dunlin Road remain cordoned off at this time to allow specialist investigations to take place and locally residents will see officers both in high visibility clothing and plain clothed detectives making inquiries and offering reassurance.
"I would urge anyone who has any information about the incidents which occurred last night to police contact Herts Police immediately. I would also like to appeal to anyone who heard or saw anything suspicious in the area to also please contact police if you haven’t done so already."
Due to order of events developing in the same street, Hertfordshire Police has referred itself to the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC).
(MH/CD)
It is understood that police were called to reports of a man acting suspiciously in Dunlin Road at about 22:30 on Tuesday night.
Police are believed to have spoken to the man before leaving the scene.
A second call was received from another address in the same street at 23:30, reporting a break-in.
While responding to the call, police became aware of a disturbance at a third house on Dunlin Road.
Entering the house, police discovered the body of a 37-year-old woman. She was found suffering stab wounds and pronounced dead at the scene.
A short time later police arrested a 25-year-old man in the area in connection with the discovery. In a follow-up search a 19-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to burgle.
Detective Chief Inspector Jerome Kent from the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Major Crime Unit is investigating and said: "This is an extremely shocking murder in which a young mother has lost her life. Our thoughts are with her children, husband and wider family at this tragic time. The family are being fully supported by specially trained officers.
"Understandably the wider community may also be concerned about the events of last night however I would like to reassure you that incidents such as these are extremely unusual in Hertfordshire. I would like to assure you we have a dedicated team of officers and staff working to investigate the full circumstances of what has happened.
"Both houses in Dunlin Road remain cordoned off at this time to allow specialist investigations to take place and locally residents will see officers both in high visibility clothing and plain clothed detectives making inquiries and offering reassurance.
"I would urge anyone who has any information about the incidents which occurred last night to police contact Herts Police immediately. I would also like to appeal to anyone who heard or saw anything suspicious in the area to also please contact police if you haven’t done so already."
Due to order of events developing in the same street, Hertfordshire Police has referred itself to the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC).
(MH/CD)
Related UK National News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
17 September 2015
Man Charged With Hemel Hempstead Murder And Attempted Kidnapping
A man has been charged with murder, two counts of kidnap and burglary, in connection with an incident in Hemel Hempstead on Monday, 14 September. The body of a woman, named as Nicola Cross (37), was discovered at a house in the Dunlin Road area at about 23:30 on Monday night.
Man Charged With Hemel Hempstead Murder And Attempted Kidnapping
A man has been charged with murder, two counts of kidnap and burglary, in connection with an incident in Hemel Hempstead on Monday, 14 September. The body of a woman, named as Nicola Cross (37), was discovered at a house in the Dunlin Road area at about 23:30 on Monday night.
14 April 2011
British Man Dies In Dubai Police Custody
A British man has died in police custody in Dubai. Lee Bradley Brown, 39, from east London, died on Tuesday after he was taken to a Dubai police station where he was allegedly assaulted and put into a cell. It has been reported that Mr Brown, was arrested over a row at the luxury hotel Burj Al Arab hotel.
British Man Dies In Dubai Police Custody
A British man has died in police custody in Dubai. Lee Bradley Brown, 39, from east London, died on Tuesday after he was taken to a Dubai police station where he was allegedly assaulted and put into a cell. It has been reported that Mr Brown, was arrested over a row at the luxury hotel Burj Al Arab hotel.
26 September 2007
Man Arrested Over Kent Doctor's Murder
A 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the murder of a doctor in Kent. Consultant paediatrician Dr Victoria Anyetei, 54, was found in her car in the driveway of her home in Dartford on August 14. She had been stabbed to death. Kent Police said that the man was arrested on suspicion of murder at an address in Dartford.
Man Arrested Over Kent Doctor's Murder
A 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the murder of a doctor in Kent. Consultant paediatrician Dr Victoria Anyetei, 54, was found in her car in the driveway of her home in Dartford on August 14. She had been stabbed to death. Kent Police said that the man was arrested on suspicion of murder at an address in Dartford.
19 February 2015
Man Arrested For 2002 Murder Of Becky Godden
Police investigating the disappearance of Becky Godden on December 2002, have arrested a 51-year-old man on suspicion of murder. Ms Godden was aged 20 when she disappeared in Swindon on 27 December. Her remains were found in 2011 on farmland in Gloucestershire.
Man Arrested For 2002 Murder Of Becky Godden
Police investigating the disappearance of Becky Godden on December 2002, have arrested a 51-year-old man on suspicion of murder. Ms Godden was aged 20 when she disappeared in Swindon on 27 December. Her remains were found in 2011 on farmland in Gloucestershire.
18 February 2015
Man Arrested Over Sexual Assault In Somerset
Police investigating a sexual assault in Somerset, during which a mother and child were tied up and held at knifepoint, have arrested a 59-year-old man. Police arrested the man on suspicion of aggravated burglary and sexual assault, in connection with the incident in Sydenham, Bridgewater on 21 January.
Man Arrested Over Sexual Assault In Somerset
Police investigating a sexual assault in Somerset, during which a mother and child were tied up and held at knifepoint, have arrested a 59-year-old man. Police arrested the man on suspicion of aggravated burglary and sexual assault, in connection with the incident in Sydenham, Bridgewater on 21 January.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
