Teen Claims Self-Defence in Fatal “Zombie Knife” Stabbing at Bristol Party
A tense trial at Bristol Crown Court has heard explosive claims from a 16-year-old accused of fatally stabbing Mikey Roynon with a brutal “zombie knife” in self-defence during a chaotic house party.
Three Teens Face Murder Charge Over Deadly Party Brawl
The accused, one of three teenagers all aged 16, stands charged with Mikey’s murder. His defence insists he only stabbed Mikey in the neck after being threatened by a gang of armed teens. All three deny the murder charge, their identities legally protected due to their youth.
Prosecutor Lays Out Shocking Party Violence
Christopher Quinlan KC, prosecuting, told jurors that the defendant—dubbed Boy C in court—handed over a detailed statement claiming he acted in self-defence. According to Boy C’s version, Mikey sparked the violent scene by flashing a knife at another partygoer, Boy B, before confronting Boy C himself.
The clash erupted at a raucous 16th birthday bash in Bath’s Weston area on June 10 last year. Around 50 teenagers attended the party where Mikey was fatally stabbed in the garden and died shortly after.
Damning Evidence Links Boy C to Murder Weapon
- Police recovered a knife with Boy C’s DNA on it, suggesting he wielded the deadly weapon.
- The three suspects were arrested soon after, with Boy C taken into custody months later.
- Boy C admitted to handling a knife but denied disclosing it initially to avoid getting into trouble.
- CCTV footage showed the defendants arriving at the party with objects resembling blades hidden beneath their clothes.
While Boy A and Boy B have admitted carrying bladed weapons, Boy C firmly denies the charge. The trial is still ongoing as jurors weigh the explosive evidence.
