Hainault stabbing: Marcus Monzo appears in court charged with murdering boy, 14, and injuring 4 others in sword rampage
A MAN has appeared in court charged with stabbing a schoolboy to death and injuring four others in a sword rampage.
Daniel Anjorin, 14, was killed during the horror in Hainault, East London, as he walked to school on Tuesday.
Four others were injured, including a female cop who almost lost a hand.
Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court today charged with murder.
The 36-year-old is also accused of two counts of attempted murder, two counts of grievous bodily harm, aggravated burglary, and possession of a bladed article.
Monzo spoke only to confirm his name, date of birth and address during the brief hearing.
The dual Spanish-Brazilian national was remanded into custody to next appear at the Old Bailey on Friday.
Monzo describes himself as a “mystic and a musician” on his social media.
He has also previously shared footage of him sparring in a boxing gym in London.
The horror unfolded on Tuesday just before 7am when a van smashed into a house in Laing Close.
The suspect was allegedly seen prowling the streets armed with a huge sword.
Neighbours said they shouted at Daniel as the attacker approached but because he was wearing headphones he didn’t hear them.
As he turned around he was slashed in the face by the sword, and “didn’t stand a chance,” according to one witness.
Around 22 minutes later, the suspect was Tasered then arrested before being put under police guard in hospital.
Police confirmed two officers suffered significant injuries – including the female officer who almost lost a hand – while two members of the public were also treated in hospital.
The Met ruled out terrorism and said they did not believe the attack was targeted.
No family should have to go through what we are experiencing today. Any family will understand it’s an absolute tragedy.
Daniel's heartbroken family
Tributes have flooded in for Daniel, who was the youngest of three children from a local, church-going Nigerian family.
His mum Grace Anjorin, 49, is a science teacher, while dad Dr Ebenezer Anjorin, 59, works as a health and safety consultant.
Daniel’s heartbroken family paid tribute to a “wonderful child” on Wednesday, saying his loss “leaves a gaping wound in the family”.
They told Sky News: “No family should have to go through what we are experiencing today. Any family will understand it’s an absolute tragedy.”
A friend of the schoolboy described him as a “very good person” who excelled in maths, loved football and supported Arsenal.
Cyan Thompson, 19, told the Independent: “I’m way older but Daniel was better than me at maths. I was planning on playing football with him later today, but that’s not going to happen.
“He was like a prime Messi, he could get past me very easily. He was small but very jinky. He was a very determined guy. I support Man City, he supports Arsenal, it was a good rivalry.”
Football-mad Arsenal fan Daniel had attended Bancroft’s School in nearby Woodford Green from the age of seven.
Tragically, the £24,990-a-year private school is the same establishment attended by Nottingham rampage victim Grace O’Malley-Kumar.
A flag at the school was yesterday flown at half mast.
The school said: “He was a true scholar, demonstrating commendable dedication to his academic pursuits. His positive nature and gentle character will leave a lasting impact on us.”
A GoFundMe page launched on behalf of Daniel’s older brother has raised more than £14,000.
