Southport Riots Injure Over 50 Police Officers

A violent riot erupted in Southport, England, during a vigil for three children killed in a mass stabbing at a Taylor Swift-themed event, resulting in over 50 police officers being injured. The disruption was reportedly instigated by supporters of the far-right English Defence League, who attacked a local mosque, set fires, and looted stores. The rioters used bricks, bottles, and other objects as weapons, causing significant damage to property and injuring several police dogs. Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the violence, emphasizing that it hijacked the community's grief. Local residents have since come together to clean up the aftermath, stressing that the troublemakers were not from Southport. The suspect in the stabbing, a 17-year-old boy, remains in custody, with ongoing investigations into the incident.