A teenager accused of plotting a Columbine-inspired massacre at his former school in Loughborough has walked free from court after the collapse of his third trial. The jury in the trial of Michael Piggin, 18, failed to reach a verdict … Continue reading
A jury has been shown a video of a teenager accused of planning a repeat of the Columbine massacre throwing a molotov cocktail in an alley. Michael Piggin is accused of arming himself with guns and explosives as he plotted … Continue reading
A teenager accused of planning a terror attack made videos containing threats against Muslims, a court heard. The jury at the Old Bailey were shown footage of Michael Piggin, 18, talking about an “invasion of our country”. He is alleged … Continue reading
The jury in the trial of a teenager accused of planning a “Columbine-style” attack has been shown weapons and a swastika flag found in his bedroom. Michael Piggin, 18, from Loughborough, denies two charges under the Terrorism Act.
The trial of a Leicestershire teenager charged with terrorism offences has been halted due to problems with the jury. Michael Piggin (18) of of Beaumont Road, Loughborough, went on trial at the Old Bailey earlier this week. He faces a … Continue reading
A judge has lifted an order banning the naming of an 18-year-old man charged with terror offences. Michael Piggin, of Loughborough, is accused of possession of items for the purpose of terrorism, including partially-constructed pipe bombs. He is also charged … Continue reading
Teenager Michael Piggin, who kept a stash of weapons in his home but denied he was planning a repeat of the Columbine school massacre, has been detained under the Mental Health Act. Piggin, 18, admitted possessing petrol bombs and component … Continue reading
The Daily Mail has an update on the Michael Piggin trial. We already knew that Piggin “glorified” former English Defence League leader Stephen Lennon (“Tommy Robinson”), but it turns out he had another source of inspiration. The Mail reports that … Continue reading
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A teenager accused of plotting a “new Columbine” massacre was called a future mass killer by his mother, a court heard. Michael Piggin allegedly had a hit list of pupils and teachers he wanted to kill. He also plotted to … Continue reading