Parents of Southport stabbings victims pay tribute to daughters – and describe moment they were told ‘something awful has happened’ | UK News

The parents of the two young girls who were tragically stabbed to death in Southport have spoken out about their heartbreak and paid tribute to their beloved daughters. The girls, aged 17 and 14, were attacked in a park in the town on Wednesday night, leaving their families devastated.

The parents have described the moment they were told the devastating news as one of disbelief and unimaginable pain. In an emotional statement, they said, “We were told that something awful had happened and that our daughters had been involved. It was like a nightmare, something you never expect to hear as a parent.”

The two girls were named as Georgia and Jasmine, and their parents have described them as “beautiful, kind-hearted and full of life.” They were both students at a local school and had bright futures ahead of them. Their families have been left devastated by their senseless deaths and are struggling to come to terms with the loss.

The parents have thanked the community for their outpouring of support and love during this difficult time. They have asked for privacy as they grieve and come to terms with the loss of their daughters.

The police investigation into the stabbings is ongoing, and a 14-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the attack. The motive for the attack is still unclear, and the community is in shock over the senseless violence that has taken the lives of two young girls.

As the parents of the victims continue to mourn their daughters, they have asked for justice to be served and for the perpetrator to be held accountable for his actions. They have also urged parents to talk to their children about the dangers of carrying knives and to ensure that they never resort to violence as a way to resolve conflict.

The tragic deaths of Georgia and Jasmine have sent shockwaves through the community of Southport and beyond. The parents of the victims have paid tribute to their daughters and are determined to keep their memories alive as they navigate through this unimaginable loss.