Axel Rudakubana, the Southport child-killer, is unlikely to ever see freedom again after his horrific crimes shocked the nation
The 18-year-old pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including murder. He was sentenced to a minimum of 52 years in prison. The judge mentioned it’s “highly unlikely” he’ll ever be released.
After the attack, misinformation spread on social media, leading to riots across England and Wales. Rudakubana disrupted his own hearing, claiming he felt ill. Before this, he was just an unknown teenager.
He was born in Cardiff to Rwandan parents and lived in Banks, near Southport. Neighbors described him as quiet and clingy to his mother. They were shocked by his actions.
The family was involved in their local church and had a background in musical theatre. Friends noted he was shy and didn’t talk much about himself. His parents are now believed to be in hiding.
This tragedy has left a deep mark on the community, and many are still trying to process what happened.
