Cyprus Times

Man on Trial for Murder of 9-Year-Old Girl in UK

Published January 26, 2026, 22:00
Man on Trial for Murder of 9-Year-Old Girl in UK

A 26-year-old Lithuanian man, Deividas Skebas, is on trial for the murder of 9-year-old Lilia Valutyte in Boston, UK. The defendant, who suffers from schizophrenia, denies the charge of intentional murder but admits manslaughter due to diminished responsibility. The prosecution argues that the murder was a “dark act” and that Skebas knew the consequences of his actions. Lilia's mother was working near the scene of the murder, unaware of the tragic event. The trial is expected to focus on the defendant's mental state and whether his act was a result of his schizophrenia or premeditated.