teenager named in Southport dance class murders, judge lifts ban
1 August 2024 16:01
The identity of a teenager accused of murdering three children during a Taylor Swift dance camp in Southport, United Kingdom, has been revealed. The judge made an unusual decision by lifting the restrictions on publishing the perpetrator’s image, despite Axel Muganwa Rudakubana still being under 18 years old.
The teenager accused of murdering three children during dance lessons in Southport in the United Kingdom has been named. Axel Muganwa Rudakubana stood in court. He faced charges of murder and attempted murder.
The tragedy in England claimed the lives of Bebe King (6 years old), Elsie Dot Stancombe (7 years old), and 9-year-old Alice Dasilva Aguiar. Eight other children and two adults sustained knife injuries. Five children are still fighting for their lives in the hospital.
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Despite Rudakubana’s young age, Judge Andrew Menary KC decided to reject the accused's anonymity to prevent the spread of misinformation.
This is an extraordinary step, considering that Rudakubana is only 17 years old. However, the judge deemed that full disclosure is necessary in light of the accused's upcoming 18th birthday.
The teenager, born in Cardiff to a family from Rwanda, was transported to a detention centre. The trial in his case will begin in January next year (Eastern Time).
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The knife attack caused riots across the country
The attack on the participants of the dance workshops in Southport sparked a wave of riots throughout the country. The local community is calling for peace, but in response to the attack, there have been acts of violence in many cities, including damage and clashes with the police.
Parents of the victims, who condemned the violence, also voiced their opinions. Although false information appeared in the media regarding the accused’s status as an asylum seeker, the police are still investigating to determine the motives for this tragic act.
