Harrowing way John Hunt's surviving daughter learned sister Hannah's dying words

The sole surviving daughter of John Hunt only learned her sister's dying words when reading an article about the crossbow slaughter that killed three members of her family.

Racing commentator John, his wife Carol and daughters Amy, Hannah and Louise lived together in their home in Bushey, Hertfordshire, with John saying in a new interview that their life was one "of complete happiness". Amy had even remarked not long before the tragedy how lucky they had been "to have the parents we've had and the life we've had."

But their idyllic life was shattered on July 9 2024, whencrossbow killer Kyle Cliffordarrived at their home under the false claim he had arrived to return his ex-girlfriend Louises' things. When Carol answered the door and offered advice for future relationships, vile Clifford claimed he was seeing a therapist and appeared cordial.

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But as soon as she turned back to go into the house, Clifford followed her inside and stabbed her multiple times. He then waited for his ex-Louise to return from a dog grooming pod, then tied her up and raped her before killing her with a crossbow.

When Hannah returned home, Clifford shot her with a crossbow as well. But in her final moments, Hannah texted her boyfriend Alex as well as 999, telling operators crucial information and that Clifford was responsible.

John and Amy told the BBC they came across false stories online that claimed John had found the bodies of his daughters and wife.

Amy also revealed she found out about Hannah's brave final moments in calling 999 from a headline in a newspaper. The family endured a lengthy spell in court with Clifford initially denying he was responsible for the rape and murders.

He eventually pleaded guilty to everything except rape, which meant the case went to trial. He was convicted in March and sentenced to life in prison.

Clifford refused to attend his sentencing and did not hear testimonies from John and Amy. Amy said of the experience: "It's consistently a system that prioritises the perpetrator. That's a traumatising thing for so many people."

The Crown Prosecution Service said it apologised to the Hunt family and that they have the "utmost admiration" for them. John and Amy have since attempted to focus on rebuilding their lives.

"It's fine to sit with that thought in the wreckage of what was our personal disaster," John said. "But you come to realise that, with a little bit of work, you can find some light again."