2024-07-31 05:50:09
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Far-right Protesters Clash with Police after Knife Attack on Children in Southport

Image courtesy of : AFP (ROLAND LLOYD PARRY)

Far-right protesters in Southport, England clashed with police after a vigil for victims of a deadly knife attack on a children's dance class. The violence was linked to the English Defence League.

UK PM Keir Starmer condemned the violence. Three girls were killed in the attack, and a 17-year-old suspect has been arrested.

The Liverpool Region Mosque Network condemned the actions of a minority spreading hatred. Singer Taylor Swift expressed shock over the tragedy.

The violent crowd, believed to be supporters of the English Defence League, set a police van on fire, prompting tear gas from riot police. Additional police forces were called in to assist.

The mayor of the Sefton region called for calm amidst the unrest. The community mourns the loss of the innocent victims and expresses sympathy.

Authorities warn against the spread of misinformation in the aftermath of the attack.

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