UK- Major incident declared in Southport after multiple stabbings, 29 July 2024

[Dotta]

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[Skigh]

Hundreds gather for funeral of girl, 7, killed in Southport stabbings

Grieving locals, emergency services and sobbing members of little Elsie Dot Stancombe's cheerleading troop lined the sides of the road as her carriage was led by horses.

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The tiny coffin, dressed in a light, multicoloured shroud, was carried into St John's Church, in Birkdale, near Southport - the church where she was baptised - on the shoulders of four men.

This morning, Elsie's family paid tribute to their 'amazing and truly unforgettable' daughter ahead of her funeral.

At her funeral today, her teachers and classmates spoke of a girl who made 'everybody laugh' and always had the 'prettiest socks'.

The coffin was carried from the church by pallbearers wearing Taylor Swift bracelets, while the trembling voice of a lone singer recited Love Story - one of Elsie's favourite songs.

 

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Elsie Dot Stancombe funeral updates as hundreds to fill streets

The funeral is the third to take place since the attack almost four weeks ago

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Order of service for Elsie Dot Stancombe's 'special day'

Elsie Dot Stancombe will be laid to rest today

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Southport: Funeral held for Southport attack victim Elsie Dot Stancombe

A funeral is held for seven-year-old Elsie who was killed in a knife attack in Southport. Words are shared by her teacher, as well as the Deputy Chief Constable of Merseyside Police.

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[Dotta]

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"However,
just 10 days later,
they said the teacher had been readmitted
as she was having breathing difficulties.

Esther took to social media this week to announce
Leanne was back at home again
and surrounded by loved ones as she continued on her road to recovery.

It is understood Leeane was being
readmitted to undergo another surgery
to drain her lung."

 

[Dotta]

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[Dotta]

"Councillors will hold an extraordinary meeting later to address the impact of the Southport stabbings on the Merseyside town.

The Sefton Council meeting will also be an opportunity for the area’s elected representatives to formally offer condolences to the families affected, and to thank the emergency services.

The meeting will be the first time councillors have convened since the killings and will take place before the official full council meeting.

It will also include a statement from the mayor of Sefton and will acknowledge the bravery and help offered by members of the general public – not only during the stabbing but also in supporting people and communities afterwards."

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