Moment of silence held to mark anniversary of Southport murders

29 Jul 2025 • 8:55 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Southport, Merseyside, is observing a three-minute silence at 3pm on Tuesday to mark the first anniversary of the devastating murders of three young girls.
  • Axel Rudakubana killed nine-year-old Alice da Silva Aguiar, six-year-old Bebe King, and seven-year-old Elsie Dot Stancombe, who were attending a Taylor Swift-themed dance class.
  • Rudakubana also attempted to murder eight other children and two adults. Widespread violent disorder followed the attack in the seaside town.
  • Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch have expressed sorrow and solidarity with the victims' families and the Southport community.
  • The community says it is focusing on positive rebuilding, with plans for legacy gardens and a new playground in memory of the victims, and encouraging donations to local causes.

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