Mother of Southport Attack Victim Reflects on Loss and Community Support

Alex Aguiar, whose daughter Alice was one of three young girls killed in the 2024 attack, shares memories and describes the overwhelming kindness from the Southport community.

• Alice da Silva Aguiar, nine, was one of three young girls fatally stabbed during a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport on July 29, 2024.
• The attacker, Axel Rudakubana, 18, was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 52 years after pleading guilty to the murders and attempted murders of ten others.
• Alice’s mother, Alex Aguiar, described her daughter as a passionate dancer who began ballet at 16 months and later participated in street dance, cheerleading, and choir.
• Originally from Portugal, the Aguiars settled in Southport in 2010 and have received significant support from the local community, which Alex described as ‘incredible.’
• Alex Aguiar is working on projects to honor Alice’s legacy, with details expected to be shared in the coming months, alongside ongoing community fundraising efforts.

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