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Southport Teen Stabs Three Girls, Awaits Life Sentence

1/21/2025

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An 18-year-old from Southport, England, Axel Rudakubana, has been linked to counter-terrorism programs for his violent behavior. In a shocking act, he fatally stabbed three girls during a dance class and tried to harm others. As he awaits sentencing on Thursday, a life sentence looms, though his youth prevents a whole-life term.

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An 18-year-old from Southport, England, Axel Rudakubana, has been linked to counter-terrorism programs for his violent behavior. In a shocking act, he fatally stabbed three girls during a dance class and tried to harm others. As he awaits sentencing on Thursday, a life sentence looms, though his youth prevents a whole-life term.