A 15-year-old boy charged with the murder of nine-year-old Aria Thorpe will face trial next June. The teenager appeared via video link at Bristol Crown Court on Friday, marking a grim milestone in this tragic case.
Trial Set for June 2026
Judge Peter Blair KC has fixed the trial date for 15 June 2026, with the hearing expected to last around two weeks. The defendant spoke only to confirm his name and otherwise stayed silent. His father sat quietly in the public gallery.
Fatal Stabbing Shocks Weston-super-Mare
The heartbreaking stabbing happened just before 6:10pm on Monday evening in Lime Close, Weston-super-Mare. Aria Thorpe was found with a fatal single stab wound. Police swiftly arrested the 15-year-old suspect nearby in Worle.
Next Court Appearance in March
- The teenager’s next court date is set for 16 March 2026.
- His identity remains secret due to his age.
The community remains stunned as the investigation continues and more details come to light ahead of the trial.
