A 13-year-old British boy has died after being stabbed at his home in Portugal, allegedly by the former partner of his mother. The victim has been named locally as Alfie Hallett.
Portuguese authorities said the suspect, who also died, was the mother's ex-partner. Reports indicate that after the stabbing, the man stabbed himself and caused an explosion by leaking gas.
The incident occurred in the village of Casais, Tomar, about 90 miles north-east of Lisbon. Police responded to a domestic violence alert and found the mother showing signs of restraint and assault; she was taken to hospital.
Police stated that both the suspect and the boy had injuries from a bladed weapon, and death was declared at the scene. An explosion later injured a police officer. The suspect had a prior conviction for aggravated homicide, and the family had been flagged for domestic violence cases in 2022 and 2023.
Tributes were paid by Alfie's basketball team, Sport Club Operario Cem Soldos, who posted on Facebook: 'Our athlete Alfie passed away today aged 13. Played his last game Saturday... Rest in peace.' Neighbours reported frequent arguments and a complaint filed by the mother in 2023.
The Foreign Office said it is in contact with local authorities and ready to provide consular support.
