Overview

• The teenager, aged 13 at the time of the attack, used her father's multi-tool to stab two teachers and a pupil during a morning break on April 24, 2024.
• Assistant headteacher Fiona Elias, teacher Liz Hopkin, and a Year 10 pupil sustained non-fatal injuries, with Ms. Hopkin requiring air evacuation due to severe wounds.
• The girl, who had a history of carrying knives and documented violent fantasies, told police after her arrest that she sought fame, saying, 'That’s one way to be a celebrity.'
• Judge Paul Thomas KC sentenced her to 15 years in detention, half to be served in custody, citing her lack of genuine remorse and ongoing threats in detention.
• The case has reignited debates in Wales over school safety, mental health interventions for at-risk students, and the need for coordinated preventative measures.