THREE schoolgirls have pleaded guilty to killing a 75-year-old man after they beat him to death in the street.
Fredi Rivero died after the horror in Islington, North London, in February.
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Three girls aged 15, 16 and 17 appeared at the Old Bailey today where they pleaded guilty to manslaughter.
The court previously heard Fredi was stood near a bus stop when the teens got off a bus and surrounded him.
They initially walked away before returning to push and shove the elderly man.
The teens then began punching and kicking Fredi and took his glasses off, the court heard.
One of the schoolgirls record the brutal attack on her mobile as the OAP fell to the ground outside a McDonald’s.
Fredi, who had been on the way to the pub to meet pals, was discovered unconscious on the pavement.
He was rushed to hospital after the horrific assault but died the following day.
The girls were initially arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm but the charge was changed following his death.
They have been remanded into custody ahead of sentencing on September 5.
It can today be revealed that the 16-year-old girl has previous convictions for assaults on an emergency workers and racially aggravated harassment.
While the 15-year-old has a conviction for attempting to cause grievous bodily harm by attacking a homeless female on the street, which was also filmed on a mobile.
A post mortem to establish a cause of death will be carried out in due course.
Police previously said Fredi was thought to be a Bolivian national and released a CCTV image of him from the evening of the attack.
Detective Inspector Devan Taylor from Specialist Crime North added: “Fredi Rivero was a much loved father, whose family are devastated by his death. I also know his death has also shocked this tight-knit community.
“Three girls have been charged in connection with this investigation and we continue at pace with our enquiries.
“If you remember seeing Fredi or have any information which could support with the investigation, please contact us.”
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