Masked teenager found guilty of trying to murder 15-year-old schoolgirl
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A masked teenager, now 16, has been found guilty of attempting to murder a 15-year-old schoolgirl at Thorpe St Andrew School near Norwich. According to prosecutors, the defendant brought a knife to school, was dressed in black, wore a face mask, and had written notes expressing hatred towards women. The trial at King's Lynn Crown Court lasted two weeks and took jurors three hours and 54 minutes to reach a majority verdict.
CCTV footage showed the attacker stabbing the girl in the back, after which he fled the scene pursued by a teacher. The victim suffered a minor injury and required hospital treatment. The teenager admitted to possessing a kitchen knife without lawful authority and wounding the girl with intent. He messaged his mother, apologizing for his actions. Sentencing for the teenager is scheduled for December 18.
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