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13-Year-Old on Trial for Murder, Cites Mental Illness

12/4/2025

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The 13-year-old girl is on trial for the murder of 43-year-old Marta Bednarczyk in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire.
A clinical psychologist testified that the defendant has a severe mental disorder that impaired judgment during the attack.
The girl denies murder while claiming diminished responsibility due to mental issues and describing voices urging her to harm others.
The prosecution argues the motive may remain unclear and the trial continues at Lincoln Crown Court.

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Story summary

The 13-year-old girl is on trial for the murder of 43-year-old Marta Bednarczyk in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire.
A clinical psychologist testified that the defendant has a severe mental disorder that impaired judgment during the attack.
The girl denies murder while claiming diminished responsibility due to mental issues and describing voices urging her to harm others.
The prosecution argues the motive may remain unclear and the trial continues at Lincoln Crown Court.