Summary
A 37-year-old man named Marcus Monzo is on trial, accused of murdering a 14-year-old boy, Daniel Anjorin, in east London by attacking him with a sword as the boy walked to school. Monzo is also accused of attacking five others during a series of incidents on the same morning. He has pleaded not guilty to eight charges, including murder and attempted murder.
Key Facts
- Marcus Monzo allegedly killed Daniel Anjorin with a sword on April 30 of last year.
- Daniel Anjorin was 14 years old and was on his way to school when he was attacked.
- Monzo is accused of attacking five other people, resulting in serious injuries.
- He faces eight charges, including four counts of attempted murder, and denies all charges.
- The prosecution claims Monzo had a clear intent to kill, regardless of the victims' identities.
- On the same day, Monzo allegedly broke into a couple's home and threatened them with a sword.
- Monzo reportedly asked people if they believed in God during his attacks.
- After the attacks, when police tried to arrest him, Monzo made statements about God and Allah uniting everyone.
- During a police interview, Monzo said one of his personalities was a professional assassin. A later interview was cut short due to his confusion.
