Man is convicted of rape in connection with Bushey triple murder

Kyle Clifford has today (Thursday 6 March) been convicted of rape in connection with the murder of three women in Bushey, Hertfordshire.

Unemployed Clifford, aged 26, formerly of Rendlesham Road, Enfield, was found guilty of the rape of Louise Hunt on 9 July 2024 following a trial at Cambridge Crown Court. It was a unanimous verdict.

At an earlier hearing on Wednesday 22 January he pleaded guilty to:

• The murders of Carol Hunt (aged 61), Louise Hunt (aged 25) and Hannah Hunt (aged 28) in their family home on 9 July 2024.
• One count of false imprisonment of Louise Hunt on 9 July 2024.
• Two counts of possession of an offensive weapon.
  
  

Clifford refused to appear at court to face the charges and the case was heard in his absence.

He will be sentenced on Tuesday (11 March).

Detective Chief Inspector Nick Gardner from the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Major Crime Unit, said: “Clifford has been convicted today following a trial. There was overwhelming evidence that he had raped Louise Hunt as well as murdering her, her mother Carol and sister Hannah. This was an appalling attack on a family. 

“Clifford has remained a coward up until the end by refusing to appear at court and face up to his actions. Great lengths were made to ensure he could attend court including the location chosen for the trial, but Clifford chose to stay away. 

“In stark contrast the Hunt family have shown extreme strength and dignity throughout. Our thoughts remain with them at this time.”