Fabio Botros, a 20-year-old man known for his obsession with horror films and his collection of Chucky dolls, has pleaded guilty to manslaughter following the violent death of his father, Smad Samir Botros Farag, in their Brighton home. The incident occurred on April 1, 2025, during a dispute over baggage allowance for an upcoming holiday to Egypt, which escalated to a tragic confrontation. Reports indicate that Fabio used a hammer and knife in the attack, resulting in fatal injuries to his father and also leaving a woman and an 11-year-old boy with serious injuries.

The crime took place against the backdrop of Fabio's mental health struggles, as he had recently experienced a reduction in his anti-psychotic medication. This has raised questions about the adequacy of mental health support and interventions for young individuals who exhibit dangerous behaviors. After the incident, Fabio was charged not only with his father's murder but also with attempted murder for the injuries inflicted upon the two other victims.

Following the plea, he was given an indefinite hospital order, which suggests that authorities recognize the need for continued mental health treatment rather than traditional incarceration. This case highlights complex issues related to mental health treatment, the impact of obsession with violent media, and the tragic outcomes that can arise from familial conflicts.