Cat Skinning & Schoolboy Death: Samurai Sword Attack
- The trial has begun for Marcus monzo, 37, who is accused of murdering 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin in Hainault, east London, on April 30 of last year.
- Monzo, of West Beckton, Newham, also faces attempted murder charges for attacks on police officer Yasim mechem-Whitfield, IT engineer Henry De Los Rios Polina, Sindy Arias, and Donato...
- Prosecutor Tom Little, KC, described the incident as a "brutal string of attacks with murderous intent" using a large sword.
In a shocking case gripping London, marcus Monzo faces trial for the murder of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin, slain in a brutal samurai sword attack in Hainault. Prosecutors detail a horrific 20-minute rampage, accusing Monzo of also attempting to murder four others, including a police officer. The court heard how the attack caused a near-decapitation, highlighting the extreme violence. Before the incident, Monzo allegedly skinned his cat. Witnesses claim Monzo shouted,“Dose anyone believe in God?” during the attacks. News Directory 3 is following this story closely as it unfolds. Monzo denies all charges. As the trial continues, more details are expected. Discover what the defense will present.
Trial Begins in Hainault Sword Attack; teenager Slain
Updated June 4, 2025
The trial has begun for Marcus monzo, 37, who is accused of murdering 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin in Hainault, east London, on April 30 of last year. Monzo faces charges related to a 20-minute rampage in which he allegedly killed Anjorin with a samurai sword and seriously injured four others. The incident has shocked the community, and the trial is expected to shed light on the events of that day.
Monzo, of West Beckton, Newham, also faces attempted murder charges for attacks on police officer Yasim mechem-Whitfield, IT engineer Henry De Los Rios Polina, Sindy Arias, and Donato Iwule, who was struck by Monzo’s van. He is further accused of causing grievous bodily harm to Arias and De Los Rios Polina with the sword, as well as possession of a bladed article.
Prosecutor Tom Little, KC, described the incident as a “brutal string of attacks with murderous intent” using a large sword. The court learned that a post-mortem examination revealed Anjorin died from a severe chopping injury to the neck, described as a near decapitation.
Before the rampage, Monzo allegedly killed and skinned his cat, and cannabis was found in his home.Witnesses claim he shouted, “Does anyone believe in God?” during the attacks.
The prosecutor stated that Daniel Anjorin “was slain by the defendant with the use of a sword,” adding, “The force used was extreme.”
Anjorin, remembered as a “true scholar” from a local Nigerian family, was on his way to school when the attack occurred. A GoFundMe campaign raised over £143,000 in his memory.
Iwule was the first victim, allegedly struck by Monzo’s van and then attacked with the sword. Officer Mechem-whitfield was also seriously injured while pursuing Monzo.
The attack continued at the home of Sindy Arias and Henry De Los Rios Polania, where monzo allegedly shouted, “Do you believe in God?” before attacking De Los Rios Polania. The crying of their four-year-old child reportedly stopped the attack.
During his arrest, Monzo reportedly said, “Allah, Allah will unite us all” and “God, God will reunite us all.”
monzo denies the charges, including murder, attempted murder, aggravated burglary, and possession of a bladed article.
What’s next
The trial is ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge as the prosecution presents its case. The community awaits the outcome as they seek justice for Daniel Anjorin and the other victims of this tragic event.