17-Year-Old Charged in UK Dance Class Stabbing

Axel Rudakubana, a 17-year-old charged with murdering three girls and injuring ten others in a mass stabbing at a dance class, has been named in court to counter misinformation surrounding his identity, which has sparked violent protests across England. Judge Andrew Menary noted that continuing to shield Rudakubana's identity could lead to further rumors. The suspect, born in Wales to Rwandan parents, faces three counts of murder and ten counts of attempted murder but has not been charged with terrorism offenses. Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the violent protests linked to the attack and affirmed that demonstrators exploiting the situation would face legal consequences. Rudakubana, who did not enter a plea, is currently held without bail and will return to court on October 25, shortly after he turns 18. The attack, which shocked the community, has been mischaracterized by far-right activists despite no evidence linking Rudakubana to immigration issues.