Prince William and Kate Middleton have issued an emotional statement following the tragic incident in Southport, where a knife attack at a children's dance workshop resulted in two children losing their lives and nine others sustaining injuries, six of them critically.
Two adults were also critically injured as they attempted to protect the children at the Taylor Swift-themed event on Hart Street in Southport, according to Merseyside Police.
The Prince and Princess of Wales conveyed their heartfelt condolences to the families affected by the tragedy.
In their joint statement, Kate and William said: "As parents, we cannot begin to imagine what the families, friends, and loved ones of those killed and injured in Southport today are going through."
They continued: "We send love, thoughts, and prayers to all those involved in this horrid and heinous attack."
The royal couple also expressed their gratitude to the emergency responders, stating: "Thank you also to the emergency responders who, despite being met with the most horrific scenes, demonstrated compassion and professionalism when your community needed you the most. W.C"
