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BBC Commentator John Hunt's Wife and Daughters Shot Dead in Crossbow Attack


A suspect has been detained after BBC racing commentator John Hunt's wife and two daughters were killed with a crossbow

Detective Inspector Justine Jenkins from the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Major Crime Unit addressed the tragedy as well, adding, “Following extensive enquiries, the suspect has been located and nobody else is being sought in connection with the investigation at this time.” At a press conference, Hertfordshire Constabulary Chief Superintendent Jon Simpson stated that the incident involved “what is currently believed to be a crossbow, but other weapons may also have been used.” BBC 5 Live’s controller, Heidi Dawson, issued a statement, which read, “Our thoughts are with John and his family at this incredibly difficult time and we will provide him with all the support we can.”

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