- King Charles meets families of the three murdered girls in Southport
- He hosted them privately at Clarence House
- Buckingham Palace has shared no more details
The tragic incident, which occurred on July 29, claimed the lives of three young girls—Bebe King (6), Elsie Dot Stancombe (7), and Alice Dasilva Aguiar (9)—and left several other children and two heroic adults wounded. The attack not only shook the small community near Liverpool but also sparked a wave of disturbances fueled by online misinformation, leading to riots and the targeting of Southport's mosque.
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King Charles' decision to meet with the families followed his poignant visit to Southport, where he paid his respects and met with community leaders, emergency responders, and local faith figures, including the imam of the targeted mosque. "For His Majesty to take time from his heavy schedule and visit a small town such as this means a lot to us," shared an appreciative Ibrahim Hussein.
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A monarch among his people
Photographs from the visit showcased a monarch deeply engaged in the welfare of his people, signing the book of condolence and laying flowers in memory of the victims. His actions spoke volumes, offering a glimmer of solace to a community in mourning.
Businessman John Hayes (63), injured in the attack and among the first on the scene, found solace in Charles' visit, describing it as a "lift" for those affected. "It was lovely to meet him. I found him quite engaging, quite easy to talk to," Hayes reflected on the encounter.
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The tragedy prompted a united front from the Royal Family, with King Charles, Kate Middleton, and Prince William expressing their shock and sadness. The Prince and Princess of Wales, both 42, took to social media to share their condolences, emphasizing their empathy as parents and extending their gratitude towards the emergency responders for their bravery and professionalism.
