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Explosion Rocks Venue of Ariana Grande’s UK Concert | “A number of confirmed” deaths Recorded
“A number of” people have been confirmed dead and others injured at Ariana Grande’s concert in Manchester on Monday night following an explosion.
Greater Manchester police, in a statement posted on Twitter said:
“Emergency services are currently responding to reports of an explosion at Manchester Arena. There are a number of confirmed fatalities and others injured. Please AVOID the area as first responders work tirelessly at the scene. Details of a casualty bureau will follow as soon as possible.”
Police statement on incident at Manchester Arena pic.twitter.com/gaKASukx9a
— G M Police (@gmpolice) May 22, 2017
Eyewitnesses say the explosion occurred immediately after Ariana Grance’s concert ended. People were seen scampering for safety following the blast.
Incident at Manchester Arena, reports of explosions, stampede, and multiple casualties at @ArianaGrande‘s UK tour. pic.twitter.com/EFGwojqUp9
— Anonymous ? (@YourAnonCentral) May 22, 2017
