Man Guilty of Brutal Attack on Mum and Her Three Young Daughters
Attempted Murder Guilty Plea at Old Bailey
Liban Malhamoub, 45, of Livingstone Road, N13, pleaded guilty to four counts of attempted murder at the Old Bailey on Monday, 11 January. He will be sentenced on Friday, 12 March.
Callous Attack Leaves Family Devastated
Malhamoub launched a savage, frenzied assault on a mother in her 30s and her three daughters, all under 12. The victims suffered horrific stab wounds, with life-changing injuries.
All were known to Malhamoub, making the attack even more chilling.
Police Praise Victims’ Bravery Amid Tragic Ordeal
Detective Superintendent Adam Ghaboos said: “This is a tragic case in which a woman and three children suffered horrendous injuries in an unprovoked attack. Their bravery and resilience over the past 19 months have been incredible. We thank the local community for their vital support during the investigation. Malhamoub faces a lengthy sentence, which we hope will provide some closure. We will continue to support the victims in their recovery.”
Timeline: Night of Horror in Livingstone Road
- Saturday, 6 July 2019: Police respond to reports of an injured woman in the street.
- Officers and London Ambulance Service find the woman and three girls with serious stab wounds.
- All victims rushed to hospital for urgent treatment.
- Malhamoub arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder.
- He was formally charged two days later.
