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Axel Rudakubana, the teen convicted of murdering three young girls in Southport, has been moved to Broadmoor psychiatric hospital just before the second anniversary of the tragedy — a move families say feels like manipulation, leaving them reeling and demanding answers. Though originally sentenced to 52 years, his age at the time of the crime prevented a whole life order, meaning he must return to prison once psychiatric care ends. His violent history, including an attack on a prison officer with boiling water, adds to the controversy. While the Ministry of Justice confirms the transfer doesn’t change his sentence, families’ lawyers insist it’s not a hospital order — and they’re pushing for transparency as the anniversary looms.

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