Yawning on the dock and with feet kicked up, the unnamed defendant was told to sit up straight during his court appearance. A trial has been pencilled in for August 14, with a backup date set for October 3.
The youth, dressed in a light-brown hooded tracksuit, barely spoke—only confirming his name and that he understood the charges.
Judge Demands Swift Justice
The judge stressed the case must be fast-tracked because of the defendant’s young age.
Defendant Held in Youth Detention
The boy remains locked up in secure youth detention while awaiting trial.
