Riots break out in Southport as "thugs" set fire to police van | LBC

Riots have broken out in Southport after the three girls killed in the stabbing attack were named as Bebe King, Elsie Dot Stancombe and Alice Aguiar.

Merseyside Police Chief Constable Serena Kennedy posted on Twitter: "I am incredibly proud of my officers and staff who have worked so hard to save the lives of children, investigate the horrific incident from yesterday, working with partners to provide reassurance to our communities and now they are facing this level of violence from these thugs."

"Over 1000 residents from Southport came together this evening to remember the little girls who have died, those who are still critical in hospital and all those who witnessed & are traumatised by the events from yesterday.

"This is where all of our focus should be."

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