Teen Found Guilty of Attempted Murder in Welsh School Stabbings

A 14-year-old girl attacked two teachers and a pupil at Ysgol Dyffryn Aman in Ammanford, leaving all three hospitalized.

The 14-year-old girl, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was convicted of three counts of attempted murder at Swansea Crown Court.
The attack, which occurred on April 24, 2024, involved the girl using her father's multi-tool to stab assistant headteacher Fiona Elias, teacher Liz Hopkin, and a fellow pupil.
The girl had previously pleaded guilty to wounding with intent and possession of a bladed article but denied attempted murder.
Judge Paul Thomas KC postponed sentencing until April 28, 2025, to allow for psychological and pre-sentencing reports, noting the severity of the case.
The victims, who all survived, described the attack as life-threatening, with Ms. Hopkin requiring airlift transport after being stabbed in the neck.