Taylor Swift ‘in shock’ over Southport stabbings at Swift-themed dance class

Singer speaks out after three children were killed in attack at workshop in English town

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Taylor Swift has said she is completely in shock" after three children were killed and seven people left in a critical condition after an attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance and yoga class in Southport.

In a post on Instagram, the US singer said: The horror of yesterday's attack in Southport is washing over me continuously. 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.