A 13-year-old British boy has been stabbed to death at his home in Portugal in an incident believed to be domestic violence-related. The victim, identified locally as Alfie Hallett, was attacked by the former partner of his mother, who also died in the incident.
Police said the suspect, who had a prior conviction for aggravated homicide, stabbed the boy and then turned the knife on himself before causing a gas explosion. The explosion injured one police officer. The boy's mother was found restrained and assaulted and was taken to hospital.
The attack occurred in the village of Casais, near Tomar, about 90 miles north-east of Lisbon. Authorities had flagged the family following domestic violence cases in 2022 and 2023. Neighbours reported frequent arguments, and the mother had filed a complaint against her ex-partner in 2023.
Tributes have been paid to Alfie, who played for a local basketball team, Sport Club Operario Cem Soldos. In a Facebook post, the team said: 'Our athlete Alfie passed away today aged 13. Played his last game Saturday, played so well... Rest in peace.'
The Foreign Office confirmed it is in contact with local authorities and is ready to provide consular support.
