Overview

• Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo, 37, pleaded not guilty to murder and multiple attempted murder charges at the Old Bailey on May 2, 2025.
• The April 2024 attack in Hainault, East London, resulted in the death of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin and injuries to four others, including a police officer who nearly lost her hand.
• Monzo admitted to carrying two Japanese swords—a katana and a tanto katana—but denied possessing a kitchen knife and other charges, including aggravated burglary.
• The court heard that Monzo allegedly ambushed Daniel from behind, fatally wounding him as he walked to school, before attacking others in a 20-minute rampage.
• Monzo remains in custody, with his trial scheduled to begin on June 3, 2025, at the Old Bailey.