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Teenager sentenced to life for murder of Ann Maguire named as Will Cornick

The teenager who murdered teacher Ann Maguire has been named as 16-year-old Will Cornick.

A judge at Leeds Crown Court lifted a court order previously banning the naming of the minor.

The boy was sentenced to life with a minimum of 20 years after admitting the murder of Mrs Maguire.

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Ex pupil: Ann Maguire murder 'such a waste' of life

The murder of Ann Maguire was "such a waste" of life and Will Cornick's conviction has made "everyone realise how sad the whole thing is," a former pupil told Good Morning Britain.

Kathleen Walpole, who's four children were all also taught by Ann Maguire, praised the late Spanish teacher as she was "always there for the children".

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