Police arrest five on suspicion of murder after Bereket Selomun stabbed to death in Stevenage
By Layth Yousif
14th Jul 2022 | Local News
Arrests made in connection with Stevenage murder
Detectives have arrested six men in connection with the death of Bereket Selomun in Stevenage.
Bereket's body was found shortly before 7.30am on Thursday, July 7 in woodland off Brittain Way, near Fairlands Valley Park.
The 20 year old had suffered multiple stab wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Five men have been arrested on suspicion of murder and another man has been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.
All six, aged in their 20s, remain in police custody at this time.
Detective Inspector Iain MacPherson, from the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire (BCH) Major Crime Unit, said: "Despite these arrests, we are continuing our extensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding Bereket's death.
"Any witnesses or anyone who has information about what happened, who has not already spoken to officers, is urged to get in contact with us.
"I'd like to thank those that have come forward so far."
If you have information call the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference Operation Madrigal.
For further information please contact Mark Hemmings
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