A 36-year-old man, Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo, appeared in court today, charged with murdering 14-year-old...

Published: 12:06 pm May 2, 2024
Updated: 11:49 am October 8, 2025
Marcus Monzo, 36, Charged with Murder After Hainault Sword Rampage

A 36-year-old man, Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo, appeared in court today, charged with murdering 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin and injuring four others in the Hainault sword rampage. Monzo, a dual Spanish and Brazilian national residing in Newham, East London, faces a litany of charges, including murder, attempted murder, grievous bodily harm, aggravated burglary, and possession of a bladed article.

During his court appearance at Westminster Magistrates’ Court, Monzo, clad in a grey sweatshirt and tracksuit bottoms, confirmed his name while holding his left arm across his chest.

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