Man in his 20's dies after being stabbed in Northaw

A murder investigation is underway.

Author: Shaunna BurnsPublished 24th Apr 2025

A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Northaw.

Police were called at 10:46am yesterday (23/04) to assist a man with stab wounds in Cattlegate Road, Northaw.

Officers attended the scene, but the man in his 20's died at the scene. His family have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.

Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Major Crime Unit officers remain at the scene.

It has not yet been established where the stabbing took place.

Welwyn Hatfield Chief Inspector Pete Frost said: “My thoughts are with the man’s loved ones at this difficult time. I know this news will be alarming to residents in the borough and we have a heightened police presence in the local area."

"Please do not hesitate to speak to my officers if you are concerned.”

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