Marcus Monzo, 37, is on trial at the Old Bailey, accused of murdering 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin and injuring five others in a sword attack in Hainault, east London, on April 30 last year. The prosecution argued Monzo had a 'clear intention to kill,' describing him as moving 'like a predator' and inflicting a 'devastating and unsurvivable injury' on Daniel. The defense suggests his behavior was triggered by 'self-induced intoxication' leading to a psychotic disorder, possibly linked to cannabis use and a pre-existing condition.
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Marcus Monzo, 37, is on trial at the Old Bailey, accused of murdering 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin and injuring five others in a sword attack in Hainault, east London, on April 30 last year. The prosecution argued Monzo had a 'clear intention to kill,' describing him as moving 'like a predator' and inflicting a 'devastating and unsurvivable injury' on Daniel. The defense suggests his behavior was triggered by 'self-induced intoxication' leading to a psychotic disorder, possibly linked to cannabis use and a pre-existing condition.
Trending- 1 30 April last year: Marcus Monzo allegedly carried out a sword attack in Hainault, killing Daniel Anjorin and injuring five others.
- 2 Wednesday (current day): The first day of the trial for Marcus Monzo began at the Old Bailey.
- 3 Currently: The trial continues.
- Death of Daniel Anjorin
- Five other people seriously injured
- Ongoing murder trial for Marcus Monzo
- Public safety concerns in the area
What: Marcus Monzo is on trial for the murder of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin and injuring five other people in a sword attack; The prosecution alleges Monzo had a 'clear intention to kill'; The defense suggests his behavior was triggered by 'self-induced intoxication' leading to a psychotic disorder.
When: Wednesday (first day of trial), 07:00 BST on 30 April last year (time of attack), 20-minute attack.
Where: Hainault, east London, Old Bailey (court).
Why: Prosecution alleges a clear intention to kill; Defense suggests behavior triggered by self-induced intoxication (drugs, cannabis) leading to a psychotic disorder, possibly schizophrenia-like symptoms from a pre-existing condition.
How: Monzo allegedly attacked Daniel Anjorin with a sword as he walked to school; He then broke into a couple's home and attacked the male resident; He later confronted police with the sword, leading to officers using batons and pepper spray to disarm him.