The mother of a nine-year-old girl murdered in the Southport knife rampage has spoken of her unbearable anguish, revealing her daughter's final, heroic words as she tried to protect other children during the horrific attack.
In an emotionally devastating interview, the grieving mother described the moment she learned her child was among the three young victims killed in the violent spree that shook the peaceful Merseyside community. The attack, which occurred near a bustling retail park, left multiple other children injured and a town in mourning.
'She was trying to help them,' the mother revealed, her voice trembling with emotion. 'Those were her last words to me - that she wanted to protect the other children. That's the kind of person she was.'
Emergency services rushed to the scene following multiple distress calls from terrified witnesses. Paramedics fought desperately to save the young victims while police secured the area. The suspect, reportedly a teenager, was quickly apprehended by responding officers.
The community of Southport has been left reeling from the tragedy, with floral tributes and heartfelt messages mounting at the scene of the attack. Vigils have been held as residents struggle to comprehend the senseless violence that has torn through their community.
Local authorities have confirmed that specialist family liaison officers are supporting all affected families while the investigation continues. Police are working to establish the motive behind the attack that has left an entire nation in shock.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been briefed on the incident and expressed his deepest condolences to the families affected. The tragedy has reignited national conversations about youth violence and community safety measures across the UK.
As the investigation progresses, the focus remains on the young lives cut short and the families facing unimaginable loss. The mother's courageous decision to share her story has highlighted both the profound tragedy and the extraordinary bravery displayed during those terrible moments.
