UK: Authorities responding after stabbing in Southport July 29

Authorities are responding after multiple individuals were stabbed on Hart Street in Southport July 29. One individual was taken into custody and police report that there is no wider threat to the general public. It was not immediately clear how many people were injured in the attack. Authorities are asking the public to avoid the incident area, and all of Hart Street is reportedly closed.

Heightened security and localized transport disruptions will continue near the incident site as authorities conduct their investigation.