A 14-year-old girl discovered dead in a park in Blaina sustained multiple stab wounds, an inquest has heard. Lilly Anne Jones was found in the Duffryn Park area on June 22, two days after she was reported missing.
An inquest opening at Gwent Coroner's Court revealed that Lilly had injuries to her chest and neck. Senior coroner Caroline Saunders stated that a post-mortem examination by Dr Richard Jones gave a provisional cause of death as multiple stab wounds to the neck and trunk.
A 14-year-old boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, has been charged with her murder and appeared at Cardiff Crown Court. He did not enter a plea and was remanded into custody. A trial is scheduled to begin on November 23 and is expected to last four weeks.
Lilly, a pupil at Brynmawr Foundation School, was described by her head teacher as a valued member of the school community, known for her kindness, warmth, and bubbly personality. The school is providing support to pupils and staff affected by her death.
The coroner adjourned the inquest and set a provisional date of April 6, 2027, for further inquiries.
