In a shocking court session, Axel Rudakubana faced harsh criticism for his brutal crimes against children in Southport
The hearing took place at Liverpool Crown Court. It revealed that Axel, just 18, planned a knife attack on multiple victims, mainly young girls. His intent was clear: he wanted to kill.
Deanna Heer KC described the scene. She said the injuries were so brutal they seemed sadistic. Axel didn’t just stop at three; he tried to kill ten others too. Many were hurt as they tried to escape.
Axel showed up in court after a hospital visit. He pleaded guilty to all 16 charges on the first day of his trial.
The tragic attack happened during a Taylor Swift-themed class. Three innocent girls, Alice, Bebe, and Elsie, lost their lives that day.
At the time, Axel was only 17. He admitted to murdering the three girls and attempting to kill eight others, including their instructor and a businessman.
Because he was under 18, he likely won’t get a whole-life sentence. Usually, that’s reserved for those 21 and older. But some think he should face harsher punishment.
One parent of a survivor spoke out, saying Axel should “rot in jail.” It’s a sentiment many share after such a tragic event.
