Man arrested for perverting course of justice after Langford murder

A man has been arrested for perverting the course of justice in connection with the death of Jesbir Singh Khela whose body was found in a burnt out car in Langford.

Police confirmed a man in his 50s was arrested last week and has since been bailed.

Jesbir Singh Khela. Picture: Bedfordshire Policeplaceholder image
Jesbir Singh Khela. Picture: Bedfordshire Police

Earlier this month, Bedfordshire Police renewed their appeal for information into the death of Jesbir Singh Khela, from Letchworth.

The 47-year-old ‘s body was found inside a burnt-out car, believed to be a Skoda Octavia, in a field near the B659 Langford Road on Thursday, February 6 2025.

Seven other people have been arrested, but nobody has been charged.

A Bedfordshire Police spokesperson said: “We are continuing to pursue a number of lines on enquiry as part of this complex investigation and would encourage anyone with information to get in touch.

“It has been just over a year since the tragic death of Jesbir and his family and friends still have many unanswered questions. We know someone out there will have information that could help us find out what happened in the lead up to his death on 6 February 2025.

“Crimestoppers, who are independent to the police, are also offering a £20,000 reward for any information that helps lead to the arrest and conviction of those responsible, so if you do know something and don’t want to contact police, you can provide information completely anonymously directly to them by calling 0800 555 111.”

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