Southport Stabbing Suspect Faces Terror and Biological Weapon Charges

Axel Rudakubana, accused of murdering three children, is charged with possessing al-Qaeda material and producing ricin.

Axel Rudakubana, 18, is charged with three counts of murder and new charges related to terrorism and biological weapons.
The discovery of an al-Qaeda manual and ricin in Rudakubana's home led to additional charges, though the attack itself is not classified as terrorism.
Police clarified that no ricin was found at the attack scene, and there is no evidence of exposure to the toxin.
The case has sparked political controversy, with accusations of a government cover-up and calls for transparency from senior officials.
The attack and subsequent misinformation led to riots across the UK, highlighting tensions and the impact of online narratives on public perception.