Man charged in connection with Stevenage murder

An 18-year-old has been charged with murder, after the death of another teenager in Stevenage on his way home from a school prom.

Patrick Sharp, was charged with murder on Sunday (May 29), as well as possession of an offensive weapon and possession of Class A drugs. 

Sharp has been remanded into custody to appear before St Albans Magistrates' Court today, Monday (May 30).

Police were called at around 1120pm on Friday (27 May), following an incident in Cutty's Lane, during which 18-year-old Kajetan Migdal sustained life threatening injuries. Despite best efforts to save him, he sadly passed away in the Lister Hospital during the early hours of Saturday (May 28).

Mr Migdal's school, the Saint John Henry Newman Catholic School in Stevenage, also confirmed the assault happened after the Year 13 prom. The establishment on Hitchin Road has said it will open today to offer counselling for pupils.

Mr Migdal's aunt, Corrie Everett, set up a GoFundMe page for funeral costs, which has already raised more than £15,000 said: "Kajetan was a loving, joy-filled young man with a bright future.

"He was known for his love of dance, animals, hard work and caring friendships. As a high achiever academically and in his hobbies, he was set for big things. He had just finished school and had his life to look forward to.

"The entire family is devastated at the loss of a much-loved family member, and he will be greatly missed by all who knew him."

Anyone who believes they witnessed the incident, or believes they may have captured any dashcam or CCTV footage of note, is asked to contact police via the non-emergency number, 101 quoting ISR 948 of 27 May.

Detective Inspector Justine Jenkins, from the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Major Crime Unit, said: "Our thoughts remain with Kajetan's family and friends at this extremely difficult time. Specialist officers are continuing to provide support to his family and we once again ask that their privacy is respected.

"Our enquiries have continued over the weekend and, following a fast time arrest, we have now secured a charge. However, we are still appealing for any witnesses who haven't yet spoken to police to please come forward. If you have any information at all, please contact us."

Detective Superintendent Michael Trotman said: "I understand that news of this incident will have come as a huge shock to the community and our thoughts are with all those who have been affected. If you have any concerns at all, please do not hesitate to contact your local police Safer Neighbourhood Team.

"A charge has now been secured and it's vital that the case is allowed to proceed through the courts unimpeded."