Boy, 15, charged with murder of girl, 9
Published: 12/17/2025

A 15-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of a nine-year-old girl, Aria Thorpe, who was found dead with a single stab wound in Weston-super-Mare. The teenage suspect, in custody, will appear in court as investigations continue. The community and authorities are providing support as they navigate through this tragic incident, with police working closely with schools in the area for assistance.



