30 July 2024
A knife attack occurred in Southport, North Liverpool on 29 July.
Three children have been killed and others remain seriously injured after the attack.
RCPCH President, Professor Steve Turner, said:
We are deeply saddened to hear of the tragic events in Southport. Our thoughts are with the children impacted and their families, as well as the adults who risked their lives to protect the children at the scene.
We would also like to commend our colleagues in Alder Hey hospital, as well as other members of the emergency services and hospital staff who quickly responded to this unprecedented situation and provided exemplary care in the most challenging of circumstances.