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Parents Knew of Son's Violence Before Tragic Murders

11/12/2025

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Merseyside Police are reviewing testimony from Alphonse and Laetitia Muzayire, parents of Axel Rudakubana, who admitted knowing about their son’s violent tendencies.
They did not alert authorities despite recognizing the danger before he killed three girls in July 2024.
Solicitors for the victims’ families want the inquiry reopened, saying charges may be warranted.
The first phase has concluded, with a report due early next year and families expressing frustration over missed opportunities to prevent the tragedy.

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Merseyside Police are reviewing testimony from Alphonse and Laetitia Muzayire, parents of Axel Rudakubana, who admitted knowing about their son’s violent tendencies.
They did not alert authorities despite recognizing the danger before he killed three girls in July 2024.
Solicitors for the victims’ families want the inquiry reopened, saying charges may be warranted.
The first phase has concluded, with a report due early next year and families expressing frustration over missed opportunities to prevent the tragedy.