Elianne Andam, 15, was fatally stabbed in Croydon shortly after posting a cheerful Snapchat video
Elianne was there to support her friend, who was trying to get her belongings back from her ex-boyfriend, Hassan Sentamu. But things took a dark turn when he showed up with a knife instead of the teddy bear.
Witnesses say Elianne was just trying to help her friend, but when she grabbed the bag of clothes, Sentamu pulled out the knife and attacked her. It all happened so fast.
Despite the efforts of paramedics, Elianne sadly died within an hour. The court heard that her last moments were filled with confusion and fear, a stark contrast to her earlier smile.
Prosecutors are arguing that Sentamu acted out of anger after feeling disrespected by the girls. He’s claiming diminished responsibility due to his autism, but the prosecution insists it was pure rage that led to this horrific act.
Sentamu has admitted to manslaughter but denies murder, saying he lost control. The trial is ongoing, and it’s a heartbreaking reminder of how quickly things can escalate.