Summary
A trial date has been set for a 15-year-old boy accused of murdering a nine-year-old girl named Aria Thorpe in Weston-super-Mare. The trial is scheduled to start on June 15, and the teen will stay in youth detention until then.
Key Facts
- A 15-year-old boy is charged with murdering Aria Thorpe, who was nine years old.
- The crime took place in Weston-super-Mare, and Aria was found dead at a house there.
- A preliminary trial date is set for June 15 at Bristol Crown Court.
- The trial is expected to last for about two weeks.
- The accused appeared in court via video link and did not enter a plea.
- He will remain in youth detention until the trial and has no bail application.
- Aria's preliminary cause of death was a single stab wound.
- The family described Aria as "bubbly" and she loved country music.
