Three children named by Merseyside police as Bebe King, Elsie Dot Stancombe, and Alice Dasilva Aguiar were tragically killed in Southport. The families of the victims have shared heartfelt tributes to their loved ones. Following the incident, violent protests erupted in Southport, resulting in injuries to police officers and destruction of property. The police called in reinforcements from neighbouring forces to control the situation. The violence was described as “unacceptable” by Merseyside police, with officers facing attacks from rioters. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper condemned the attacks on police, calling them a “disgrace.” A man was arrested near a vigil for the victims for possession of a flick knife, adding to the tense situation. The MP for Southport, Patrick Hurley, expressed deep concern over the violence and urged people to stay safe. The Methodist minister in the area expressed shock at the violence and division in the community following the tragic incident. Riot police had to intervene near a mosque where clashes and fires broke out, with the community coming together in a vigil to remember the victims. The situation was described as not reflective of the community spirit in Southport that was striving for unity in the face of tragedy.
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