Family in shock after 18-year-old killed on way home from Stevenage school prom
An aunt has spoken of her family's devastation after her 18-year-old nephew was killed on his way home from a school prom in Stevenage.
Kajetan Migdal died after an attack in Cuttys Lane in Stevenage, at around 11.20pm on Friday night (May 27).
Police said the year 13 student at John Henry Newman School was taken to the Lister Hospital but died in the early hours of Saturday from his injuries.
Corrie Everett, Kajetan's aunt from Texas, has set up a crowd funding page on which she pays tribute to her "handsome, talented, smart nephew".
"As a family, we are in complete shock and devastated at this huge loss. He had his whole life ahead of him and an exciting summer planned.
"He leaves behind his parents (my sister Gemma and her husband Janusz), along with his younger brother Fabian and our extended family across the globe."
'A loving, joy-filled young man'
A statement from the wider family has also been added to the page, saying: "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."
Kajetan's aunt said: "Several people have reached out to ask how they can help, so I have set up this GoFundMe on my sister's behalf to help relieve some of the pressure at this difficult time."
St Hilda's Catholic Church in Stevenage asked people to remember Kajetan in their prayers.
Police appeal
Police say an 18-year-old man has been charged with murder and possessing an offensive weapon and class A drugs.
Patrick Sharp will appear before magistrates in St Albans. Police say they are still looking for witnesses.
Detective Inspector Justine Jenkins, from the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire andHertfordshire Major Crime Unit, said: “Our thoughts remain with Kajetan’s family andfriends at this extremely difficult time. Specialist officers are continuing to providesupport to his family and we once again ask that their privacy is respected.
“Our inquiries have continued over the weekend and, following a fast time arrest, wehave now secured a charge. However, we are still appealing for any witnesses whohaven’t yet spoken to police to please come forward. If you have any information atall, please contact us.”
Detective Superintendent Michael Trotman said: “I understand that news of thisincident will have come as a huge shock to the community and our thoughts are withall those who have been affected. If you have any concerns at all, please do nothesitate to contact your local police Safer Neighbourhood Team."
Anyone who believes they witnessed the incident, or believes they may have dashcam footage, is asked to contact police via the non-emergency number, 101 citing reference 948 of 27 May.
The family says that money raised by the GoFundMe page will go towards travel and funeral expenses to give Kajetan the send off he deserves.
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