Publish date: 24 January 2025
Yesterday, Axel Rudakubana was sentenced to minimum of 52 years in prison for the murders of Elsie Dot Stancombe, Bebe King and Alice da Silva Aguair, he was also convicted of further charge related to the incident in Hart Street.
The Southport community remains hurt and shocked, and our thoughts are with those affected by this horrific incident.
Information about our comprehensive staff wellbeing support offer remains available on our extranet and Sefton Council website has a dedicated space containing public resources, information and signposting.
Please maintain your professionalism and respect for the families of the victims at this sensitive time.