17-Year-Old Axel Rudakubana Named in Southport Stabbings After Judge Lifts Reporting Restrictions

Aug 1, 2024, 11:32 AM

A 17-year-old boy, Axel Rudakubana, has been named as the suspect in the Southport stabbings after a judge lifted reporting restrictions. Rudakubana is charged with three counts of murder and 10 counts of attempted murder following a knife attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport. The decision to lift the restrictions was made by the Recorder of Liverpool, Judge Andrew Menary KC, at Liverpool Crown Court. Rudakubana, who will turn 18 in six days, is accused of the mass stabbing incident that has shocked the community.