Overview
- Abedi appeared by videolink at the Old Bailey from Belmarsh and denied three counts of attempted murder, one assault charge and unauthorised possession of a weapon in prison.
- Prosecutors allege he threw hot cooking oil and used makeshift knives during an April 12, 2025 incident at HMP Frankland.
- The alleged attempted murder victims are prison officers Paul Crampton, Gary Speight and Catherine Herbert, with a separate assault charge relating to officer Craig Thompson.
- The prosecution told the court the case has a terrorist connection and cited an extremist mindset, noting there was no prior grievance with the officers.
- Mrs Justice Cheema-Grubb set a trial for January 18, 2027 and a hearing for January 30, 2026, as Abedi remains in custody, represents himself and has said he does not wish to attend the trial.