Knife attack in a dance hall in England: 13 people stabbed and three children dead
Tragedy in Britain. 13 people were stabbed and three children died. A teenager has been arrested in North West England. Emergency services said eight injured people were taken to hospital and are in a critical condition. The incident happened in a children's club.
Witnesses said they saw scenes like something out of a horror movie. Several people were seen running towards the scene of the incident, writes the international media. Emergency services did not say the age of the victims who were stabbed. The British authorities sent their condolences to the bereaved families.
All our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of those who have suffered. We have contacted Merseyside Police, the Crime Commissioner and the Mayor of Merseyside to convey our support and thanks to the emergency services who reacted quickly and bravely," said Secretary of State for the Home Department Yvette Cooper.
The royal family, too, said they were deeply shocked by the incident. The attack was not classified as a terrorist attack, British police said. The source mentions that a 17-year-old teenager who had a knife was arrested.