Today, we look at Axel Rudakubana pleading guilty to the murder of three young girls at a dance class in Southport last year.

Rudakubana also pleaded guilty to the attempted murder of 10 people, possession of a knife, production of a biological toxin and a terror offence. The attack sparked riots and protests across England and Northern Ireland. James speaks to special correspondent Judith Moritz and police and crime commentator Danny Shaw.

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