UK- Major incident declared in Southport after multiple stabbings, 29 July 2024
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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.
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.
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
Order of service for Elsie Dot Stancombe's 'special day'
Elsie Dot Stancombe will be laid to rest today
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.