
Southport Attacker Trial Starts
- Posted by Matt Connelly
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- Date 20 January 2025
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The trial of Axel Muganwa Rudakubana, an 18-year-old accused of a fatal stabbing spree at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class, commences today at Liverpool Crown Court. Rudakubana faces charges including three counts of murder and ten counts of attempted murder.
The tragic incident occurred on July 29, 2024, in Southport, England, resulting in the deaths of three young girls: Bebe King, 6; Elsie Dot Stancombe, 7; and Alice Dasilva Aguiar, 9. Several others, including children and adults, sustained injuries during the attack.
Andrew Brown, Director for Knife Crime Matters stated, “The heart-breaking loss of these young lives underscores the urgent need for comprehensive strategies to tackle knife crime. We are committed to working with local communities to ensure such atrocities are not repeated.”
The trial is expected to last four to six weeks, during which the prosecution will present its case. Rudakubana’s defence has indicated that no positive case will be made on his behalf.
As proceedings unfold, the Southport community, along with the nation, remains focused on addressing the root causes of knife-related violence to prevent future tragedies.
Photograph: Temilade Adelaja/Reuters
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