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Attacker in UK Taylor Swift Dance Party Stabbing Now Facing Terrorism Charges

Axel Rudakubana, 18, allegedly possessed an Al-Qaeda manual and a ricin stockpile.

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File court artist drawing by Elizabeth Cook dated Aug. 1, 2024 of Axel Rudakubana, center, covering his face as he appeared in the dock at Liverpool Crown Court, England. Elizabeth Cook/PA via AP
PERRY CHIARAMONTE
PERRY CHIARAMONTE

The young teen who was charged with murder after brutally stabbing eight people, including killing three children, at a Taylor Swift dance party in Southport, England is now also facing terrorism charges.

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PERRY CHIARAMONTE
PERRY CHIARAMONTE

Mr. Chiaramonte was an investigative reporter and producer at Fox News, a correspondent for the New York Post, and a news editor for the Messenger.

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