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Two teenagers on trial for murder of 15-year-old Amen Teklay
Both teenagers pleaded not guilty, and the 16-year-old also raised self-defence as jurors heard charges tied to a fatal sword attack.
- Two teenagers aged 16 and 17 went on trial Thursday at the High Court in Glasgow, accused of murdering 15-year-old Amen Teklay in a sword attack; both pleaded not guilty to the charge.
- Prosecutors allege the masked pair chased Amen on March 5, 2025, in Maryhill, striking him on Clarendon Street where he died; he was described as "bright" and "kind."
- Proceedings began with the 16-year-old's special defense, claiming he acted "in defence of his co-accused," alleging Amen was armed with a bladed weapon during the confrontation.
- Further accusations state the 16-year-old faces charges of attempting to defeat justice to avoid "detection, arrest and prosecution," following prior incidents where he was "threatening and abusive" toward Amen.
- Judge Lord Colbeck oversees the trial, which continues until July 1, 2026; separately, a memorial service for Amen was held at Kinning Park Parish Church, and a GoFundMe page targets £10,000 for his family.
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