A 13-year-old British boy has died after being stabbed at his home in Portugal in an attack allegedly carried out by his mother's ex-partner. The boy has been named locally as Alfie Hallett, with tributes paid on social media by the basketball team he played for.
The incident occurred in the village of Casais, Tomar, about 90 miles north-east of Lisbon. Police said the alleged assailant also died, having used the knife to stab himself and caused an explosion with a gas leak. The boy's mother was found restrained and assaulted, and taken to hospital.
Authorities stated the suspect had previously served a prison sentence for aggravated homicide, and the family had been flagged following domestic violence cases in 2022 and 2023. Neighbours reported frequent arguments and said the mother filed a complaint against her ex-partner in 2023.
Alfie's basketball team, Sport Club Operario Cem Soldos, posted a tribute on Facebook, saying: 'Our athlete Alfie passed away today aged 13. Played his last game Saturday... Rest in peace.' The Foreign Office confirmed they are in contact with local authorities and ready to provide consular support.
