Identity Revealed: Why Southport Stabbing Suspect Was Named Despite Being Under 18 [Video]

The identity of the suspect in the Southport stabbing incident, which led to the deaths of three children and injuries to several others, has been revealed following a senior judge’s decision. . However, misinformation on social media, falsely claiming the suspect was a Muslim immigrant, incited far-right riots in Southport, London, and Hartlepool, prompting the court to lift the anonymity order.

The tragic event occurred on Monday during a Taylor Swift-themed holiday workshop in Southport. Six-year-old Bebe King and seven-year-old Elsie Dot Stancombe were pronounced dead at the scene. Nine-year-old Alice Dasilva Aguiar succumbed to her injuries in the hospital on Tuesday. Eight other children were injured, with five critically wounded. Two adults also remain in critical condition following the attack.

Despite the ongoing investigation, police withheld the suspect’s identity due to his minor status and the lack of formal charges. However, social media quickly became a breeding ground for …