Knife-Wielding Husband Stabbed Wife And Kid

A husband, who tried to murder his wife and an 11 month-old baby during a frenzied knife attack, has been locked up for at least sixteen years.

Rehan Khan, 27, was given a life sentence with the minimum term imposed after the judge ruled he was a dangerous offender.

He pleaded guilty at the Old Bailey to two counts of attempted murder

On June 4, 2018 he knocked on the door of a property in Feltham, west London, knowing his 32 year-old wife was inside.

He barged his way into the house and pulled the knife from his waistband during a blazing row.

Khan threatened his wife and others at the address, stating he was going to kill them and himself.

A short time later, police received a call raising concerns for the safety of Khan’s wife as they had not been able to contact her.

On arrival at the property, officers found her and the baby both suffering multiple stab wounds. 

They were both taken to hospital, where they remained for a number of months.

Detectives from the Metropolitan Police's West Area Safeguarding Team began an investigation.

They were assisted by the Homicide and Major Crime Command and initiated a manhunt to locate Khan, who had fled the scene.

Two days later, on June 6 Khan handed himself in at a west London police station.

Detective Constable Tom Bradshaw said: “Rehan Khan inflicted significant injuries to his wife and a young child – injuries that would have been worse if not for the quick intervention of emergency services.

“He also carried out these attacks in front of others, who will never be able to forget what they saw that night. 

“We are pleased he has now been brought to justice and will spend a significant amount of time behind bars.”