Teen accused of UK girls' murder in Southport charged with terrorism offence

People blow bubbles at the "Kisses to Heaven" tribute to the victims of a knife attack, in Southport, Britain, August 5, 2024. REUTERS/Kirsten Donovan/File Photo

LONDON (Reuters) -A teenager accused of murdering three young girls in a knife attack in northern England in July has been further charged with terrorism offences including the production of ricin, police and prosecutors said on Tuesday.

Axel Rudakubana, 18, is accused of killing the three young girls at a Taylor Swift dance event in Southport, murders which shocked the nation and provoked days of rioting across the country.