Hatfield teenager jailed for manslaughter after fatal stabbing

A 17-year-old has been sentenced to eight years in prison for manslaughter following a fatal stabbing in Hatfield earlier this year.

Nehemiah McIvor-Murray, of Clarkson Court, Hatfield, was convicted at St Albans Crown Court after pleading guilty to possession of a bladed article and being found guilty of manslaughter. He received an additional four years on extended licence as part of his sentence.

The incident took place on 23rd March 2025 at the disused bus station off Parkhouse Court and Jetliner Way, where a man in his 20s sustained fatal stab wounds during an altercation involving two males. Despite the swift response of emergency services, the victim sadly died at the scene.

Following an investigation by the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Major Crime Unit, McIvor-Murray was arrested at a London hospital on 25th March. While initially denying murder, he was found not guilty by a jury in October and convicted on the lesser charge of manslaughter.

Detective Chief Inspector Nick Gardner, who led the investigation, expressed sympathy for the victim’s family.

“My thoughts remain with the victim’s family at this difficult time, and they have been supported by our officers as they try to come to terms with their loss,” DCI Gardner said.

“They have had to sit and relive every detail as it was heard in court, and they displayed great strength and dignity throughout the trial. McIvor-Murray has taken no responsibility for his actions and will now have time to reflect in prison.”

Welwyn Hatfield Chief Inspector Pete Frost commented on the wider impact of the crime.

“This incident had a huge impact on the local Hatfield community. I would like to thank the BCH Major Crime Unit for their work in bringing McIvor-Murray to justice and for securing today’s sentence," Chief Inspector Frost said.

The victim’s family has received ongoing support from officers throughout the investigation and court process.

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