According to the authorities, another child has tragically passed away as a result of the horrific knife attack at a Southport holiday club with a Taylor Swift theme.
According to Merseyside Police, a tragic incident occurred when the young girl passed away in the hospital on Tuesday morning.
The force confirmed the first two deaths on Monday evening, involving girls aged six and seven.
According to a statement released on Tuesday afternoon, the incident on Hart Street on Monday morning has left five children and two adults in critical condition in the hospital. Our thoughts are with them and their families during this difficult time.
The specific details regarding the injuries of three other children remain undisclosed; however, they are currently receiving medical care at hospitals in Liverpool and Manchester.
John Hayes, 63, a businessman who works in the same building, was one of the adults injured, according to his wife Helen’s account to Sky News. According to her account, he sustained a stab wound to his leg while attempting to disarm the assailant.
A 17-year-old boy from Banks in Lancashire has been taken into custody on suspicion of murder and attempted murder. Police cordoned off an area in the village just outside Southport on Monday.
Taylor Swift expressed her disbelief and ongoing distress over the recent attack in Southport on Instagram.
Southport FC had a scheduled pre-season friendly against Morecambe FC on Tuesday evening.
The club announced on Monday night that they have made the decision to cancel tomorrow night’s pre-season friendly with Morecambe FC. This decision was made out of respect for the individuals who tragically lost their lives and for those who will be deeply affected by this terrible tragedy. The club had engaged with local stakeholders before making this decision.
The club’s lounge is open from 10am to 3pm today for anyone who wants to gather, according to the club.
Labour MP for Southport, Patrick Hurley, has also confirmed that a vigil is scheduled to take place in the town on Tuesday evening.
Jordan Lussey, a local footballer, generously provided free spots at his football camp for children who were affected by the incident.
A cordon remains in place at the scene of the attack, where the victims were attending a Taylor Swift-themed holiday club for children aged six to eleven at ‘The Hart Space’.
Leanne Lucas, a yoga and primary school teacher, and Heidi Barlow, a dance teacher, were in charge of planning and directing the event.
Additionally, a “Swifties for Southport” JustGiving page has helped devoted Taylor Swift fans raise a sizable sum of money.
The funds will be allocated to Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, where the victims are currently receiving treatment. The Taylor Swift UK and EU Facebook groups have coordinated this initiative.
Flowers and teddies have been left near the scene. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, who visited the site on Tuesday, expressed her profound shock and sadness over the incident, describing it as an indescribable tragedy that goes beyond the worst fears of any parent.
The King and Queen, along with the Prince and Princess of Wales, conveyed their sincere condolences and extended their support to the families impacted by the tragedy.
Witnesses have shared their emotional experiences in the immediate aftermath of the attack.
Some people described the attack as resembling a scene from a horror movie, while others recounted hearing screams and witnessing children running away, injured, and bleeding.
A concerned parent, who preferred to remain anonymous, shared that his daughter was able to get away.
“My daughter was in it, and it had a profound impact on her.” “She ran away, and she’s safe,” he assured.
Emergency services described the scene as extremely distressing and disorganized upon their arrival at the children’s club.
A woman who attends antenatal classes at the Hart Space expressed her confusion and disbelief at the choice of location for an attack.
“It’s a place where mothers and expectant mothers come together for support and security,” she said.
Anita, a resident of Southport, shared with Sky News that she visited to lay flowers on Tuesday morning, expressing a sense of helplessness: “There’s nothing we can do.”We were overwhelmed with a sense of despair, longing to take action.
Authorities responded to a reported knife attack at the location on Hart Street at 11.47 on Monday.
According to Chief Constable Serena Kennedy of Merseyside Police, officers were taken aback to discover that multiple children had been brutally attacked and sustained severe injuries.
She stated, “The incident occurred while the children were at a Taylor Swift event at a dance school. The perpetrator, wielding a knife, entered the premises and began assaulting the children.”
Regrettably, it has been confirmed that another child has lost their life due to injuries sustained in a knife attack in Southport on Monday, July 29th. A tragic incident occurred as the young girl passed away in the hospital during the early hours of this morning, Tuesday, July 30.
“Yesterday, we tragically lost two young lives—girls aged six and seven years old. Our hearts go out to their loved ones during this difficult time.”
“Eight other children were also injured in the attack, with five of them currently in critical condition due to stab wounds.” Two adults are currently in critical condition after sustaining injuries during the incident.
Yesterday, authorities apprehended a 17-year-old male from Banks, who is currently being held in police custody.
“There has been a name circulating on social media regarding the individual involved in the incident in Southport.” We kindly request that individuals refrain from speculating on the incident’s specifics, as the investigation is still in progress. The provided name is inaccurate.
event,Terror-related”This incident is not currently being investigated as a terror-related event, and there is no ongoing search for any additional individuals involved.”