THE Prince William and the Kate Middleton They met on Tuesday (23.09.2025) parents of the victims of the Southport attack. Three girls, aged 9, 7 and 6, had been murdered during a summer workshop related to an event dedicated to Taylor Swift. The tragedy had shocked the country and had triggered days of turmoil.
In a post on the X platform, Prince William and Kate Middleton wrote: “Returning to Southport today to see a community that is united and rebuilt after the tragic event last summer.”
During the visit, William and Kate – parents and three children themselves – visited a playground created in memory of two of the victims. They also talked to teachers and students about how local community treats mourning and pain.
A return to Southport today to see a community who are pulling together and healing in the wake of the tragic incident last summer. pic.twitter.com/grSg1V11DF
— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) September 23, 2025
The attack had caused ten serious children’s injuries. Soon, unfounded rumors circulated on social media incorrectly accused a Muslim asylum seeker, intensifying tension. Violent clashes between protesters and police followed, while attempting to attack the local mosque. The riots were then expanded across the country.