Princess Kate of Wales visited Southport to support the community affected by a tragic attack that resulted in the deaths of three young girls, including Elsie Dot Stancombe, Bebe King, and Alice da Silva Aguiar.

This was their second visit to Southport since the attack in July 2024, following their initial visit in October 2024, during which they expressed sympathy and praised emergency responders.

During the visit, they met with the girls' families, including private meetings with Elsie’s parents and sister, and the family received symbolic gifts like friendship bracelets.

The royal visit included the inauguration of a new playground and memorial space at the school, featuring a reflection area, library, and performance stage, symbolizing community resilience and healing.

Kate wore a gray tailored outfit with a pale pink blouse, a symbolic choice referencing light overcoming darkness and paying tribute to the victims, including Bebe King, Elsie Dot Stancombe, and Alice Aguiar.

The community marked the remembrance through lighting landmarks and decorating vehicles in pink and white, showing collective mourning and support.

The visit also highlighted the community’s resilience, with the prince emphasizing the importance of moving forward with grace and honoring the girls’ memories.

During the event, students performed songs like 'Proud' and 'A Million Dreams,' and the royals listened to their performances, acknowledging their strength after the tragedy.

The royal couple expressed admiration for the community’s unity and resilience, with a Kensington Palace spokesman noting the power of love and hope in overcoming adversity.

The incident was carried out by Axel Rudakubana, who was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum of 52 years after a brutal knife attack that shocked the nation, and ongoing inquiries have scrutinized whether he could have been stopped earlier.

Heroic responses from law enforcement and civilians, including Sergeant Greg Gillespie and John Hayes, were highlighted for their bravery during the attack.

The community’s ongoing mourning and support efforts continue to be a focal point, with the royal visit serving as a symbol of solidarity and hope for healing.