'Crossbow Killer's' ex-girlfriend Louise Hunt sent disturbing final message before 'murder' just days after couple split

The ex-girlfriend of a suspected crossbow killer sent a disturbing final message before he allegedly killed her days after they broke up.

Louise Hunt, 25, was found dead alongside her mother Carol Hunt, 61, and sister Hannah, 28, at their home in Bushey, Hertfordshire, on Tuesday evening.

Louise Hunt was killed alongside her mother Carol and sister HannahCredits: Facebook

Kyle Clifford, 25, is suspected of a triple murderCredits: zenxv / X

Suspected crossbow killer Clifford was taken away on a stretcher by police after a manhuntCredits: Unpixs

The three women were family members of BBC racing commentator John Hunt, the broadcaster confirmed.

Police have launched a massive manhunt for triple murder suspect Kyle Clifford, 26, who is believed to have been carrying a large crossbow.

Armed officers and a sniffer dog tracked Clifford to a cemetery at his Enfield home yesterday afternoon.

Footage appears to show Clifford being carried away from the cemetery on a stretcher by emergency services as the manhunt drew to a close.

A few days before the horror, Louise had shared a tweet praising “women who leave”.

The July 3 tweet read: “I admire women who leave. I don’t care if you left after the first time or the twelfth time, I admire that s***!”

“I don’t care if people called you an idiot for 11 years, but after 12 years you decided it was over.

“It takes a LOT of strength to break a bond. It takes a LOT of self-love to choose yourself.”

Locals said Louise had a car accident last week after going through a “difficult” break-up with Clifford.

Neighbour Glyn Thomas told the Mail: “It hit a wooden telegraph pole not far from the house.

“Louise was a very nice girl. She had a traumatic argument with her boyfriend last week.”

Police said triple murder suspect Clifford is now being treated for his injuries, adding that no shots were fired by officers.

Hertfordshire Police confirmed that Clifford was likely known to the victims.

Detective Inspector Justine Jenkins said: “This continues to be an incredibly difficult time for the victims’ families.

“We ask that their privacy be respected while they recover from what happened.

“This investigation is progressing rapidly and the official identification of the victims has not yet taken place.

Manhunt Timeline

Tuesday

7pm – Three women were found seriously injured at their home in Bushey, Hertfordshire, before dying at the scene.

Evening – Manhunt launched for murder suspect Kyle Clifford, 26, of Enfield, north London.

Wednesday

Morning – Armed agents track Clifford with the help of drones and sniffer dogs. They find his abandoned black Seat.

Afternoon – The victims have been identified as BBC racing commentator John Hunt’s wife Carol, 61, and daughters Louise, 25, and Hannah, 28.

2:00 p.m. – Footage shows Clifford fleeing the scene with a 3-foot crossbow after Tuesday’s alleged triple murder.

6:00 p.m. – Police follow Clifford to a cemetery in Enfield and apprehend him without firing a shot. He is taken to hospital with injuries.

6.30pm – Hertfordshire Police confirm that murder suspect Clifford was likely known to all three victims.

Today

Morning – Clifford receives medical treatment at the hospital. The police continue to appeal for information but are not looking for anyone else.

“They should have been given the space to accept their sudden loss.

“After extensive investigations, the suspect has been located and no one else is being sought in connection with the investigation at this time.

“We have received an overwhelming number of calls and would like to express our gratitude to those members of the public who have contacted us.

“We are still asking anyone with information or images to please contact the police directly.

“Avoid making comments on social media as this could affect the progress of the case.

“We have set up a tip portal where people can submit any information, photos or videos that they think could help us in our investigation.”

Inspector Jenkins added: “This incident will of course cause concern to local residents.

“Additional local officers will be on site today, so please do not hesitate to speak to them if you need to.”