A Newham man accused of murdering a schoolboy and attacking four others is facing a provisional trial next year, a judge has confirmed.

Marcus Arduini Monzo, 36, is accused of killing 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin in Hainault as he was walking to Bancroft's School in Woodford Green on April 30.

Monzo, a dual Spanish-Brazilian national who lives in Newham, is also charged with trying to murder four other people on the same day, one of whom was a police officer.

The defendant appeared via video link from custody at the Old Bailey today (September 23), for a hearing before Judge Mark Lucraft KC.

Monzo faces ten charges in total, but was not asked to enter pleas and only spoke to confirm his identity.

As well as being accused of Daniel's murder, Monzo is charged with the attempted murders of Donato Iwule, Sindy Arias, Henry De Los Rios Polania, PC Yasmin Margaret Mechem-Whitfield, and wounding Insp Moloy Campbell with intent.

Monzo is also accused of aggravated burglary, possession of a bladed article relating to a kitchen knife, and another two charges having offensive weapons, both being Japanese swords.

During the hearing, Monzo confirmed his identity and Judge Lucraft confirmed a provisional trial date of February 3, 2025.

With another case management hearing set for December 6, Monzo was further remanded into custody.

Daniel's death sparked an outpouring of tributes, with a candlelit vigil being held in his memory.

A statement from Bancroft's School shortly after his death said: "We are devastated by the heartbreaking news of the death of Daniel Anjorin, who attended our school. This has left us in profound shock and sorrow.

“Daniel joined Bancroft’s at seven years old and quickly became a core member of our community.

“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.

“Losing such a young pupil is something we will always struggle to come to terms with."