15-Year-Old Found Guilty of Murdering Pupil in Sheffield School Stabbing

A 15-year-old boy was found guilty of murdering fellow pupil Harvey Willgoose at All Saints Catholic High School in Sheffield during a lunch break. The defendant, who admitted manslaughter but denied murder claiming he 'snapped' after prolonged bullying and has no memory of the stabbing, was convicted by a jury after more than 14 hours of deliberation. CCTV footage showed the defendant pushing Harvey earlier that day and brandishing a knife seconds after the fatal stabbing, while Harvey appeared peaceful and had warned teachers that the boy was acting like he had a knife. The attack was described as a 'purposeful aggression' and an 'act of retribution' following a social media dispute involving other students. The defendant had a history of possessing weapons, including an axe and knives, and posted videos online to intimidate others, while also describing a troubled home life and fears for his safety. The jury rejected claims that the stabbing was accidental or the result of losing control, concluding the defendant knew exactly what he was doing, and sentencing is expected later this year.