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The Times of India
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TOI Entertainment Desk | etimes.in

Taylor Swift's fans help raise nearly £300 K for hero teachers and children in Southport stabbing

Taylor Swift's fans have rallied together to raise nearly £300,000 for the hero teachers and the children affected by the tragic stabbing incident in Southport, London. The attack, which took place at a Taylor Swift-themed dance and yoga class, left three young girls dead, two teachers and 5 other children in a critical condition, shaking the community and drawing prompt action from the singer’s dedicated fanbase.

The pop icon on Tuesday, expressed her profound shock and sorrow in a statement, saying, "The horror of yesterday's attack in Southport is washing over me continuously and I'm just completely in shock. The loss of life and innocence, and the horrendous trauma inflicted on everyone who was there, the families, and first responders. These were just little kids at a dance class. I am at a complete loss for how to ever convey my sympathies to these families."

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