Event Brief
Southport killer accused of boiling sugar water attack
By The BriefBrief · Sources (3)
Filed: Sep 21, 2026 at 8:18 AM ET
Summary: Axel Rudakubana, serving a life sentence for murdering three children in Southport, appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court accused of throwing boiling water mixed with sugar at a prison officer. He is charged with attempted grievous bodily harm of an officer at HMP Belmarsh on 8 May, plus two other assaults and possession of a knife or offensive weapon in prison.
WHO: Axel Rudakubana
WHAT: Accused of throwing boiling water mixed with sugar through a cell door hatch at a prison officer, and facing additional assault and weapons charges
WHEN: Sep 21, 2026
WHERE: HMP Belmarsh, London, UK
WHY: Accused of throwing boiling water mixed with sugar through a cell door hatch at a prison officer.
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