Manchester’s Lord Mayor and Wythenshawe councillor, Eddy Newman, has paid tribute to victims.of the bombing in the city which has so far left 22 dead and dozens injured.
And the William Temple Church in Wythenshawe Civic Centre, Simonsway is open this morning or anyone who would like to light a candle, or spend time in reflection and prayer.
My thoughts are with all those affected by the horrifying atrocity at Manchester Arena last night
— Cllr Eddy Newman (@LordMayorOfMcr) May 23, 2017
The city council’s deputy leader and fellow Wythenshawe councillor, Sue Murphy added:
Thoughts and prayers with all. Taxi drivers taking people home, people offering shelter are the real Manchester. #WeAreManchester https://t.co/7aEg0SPY1l
— Sue Murphy (@smurph99) May 23, 2017
Greater Manchester Police suspect the attack, in the foyer of the Manchester Arena following a concert by the singer Ariana Grande was carried out by a suicide bomber.
Chief Constable, Ian Hopkins said the incident was being treated as a terrorist attack conducted by one man. In a statement, he said: ““This has been the most horrific incident we have had to face in Greater Manchester and one that we all hoped we would never see.
“Families and many young people were out to enjoy a concert at the Manchester Arena and have lost their lives. Our thoughts are with those 22 victims that we now know have died, the 59 people who have been injured and their loved ones. We continue to do all we can to support them. They are being treated at eight hospitals across Greater Manchester.
“This is a fast-moving investigation and we have significant resources deployed to both the investigation and the visible patrols that people will see across Greater Manchester as they wake up to news of the events last night. This will include armed officers as people would expect. More than 400 officers have been involved in this operation during the night.”
Organisations and people across Wythenshawe have given their reaction to the events on social media, including councillors, schools, colleges, sports clubs.
Entertainer Rowetta, expressed solidarity with the victims.
Today is my kids’ joint birthday but we won’t be celebrating. Thoughts are with the 22 dead & those still missing. ❤️ My kids 💔 #Manchester pic.twitter.com/O9S5P8EnJL
— Rowetta 🎤 (@Rowetta) May 23, 2017
Our thoughts are with all those affected by the major incident in town tonight. Please stay safe if you’re in Manchester tonight.
— WythenshaweCC/Sports (@WythyT) May 22, 2017
Our hearts and thoughts go out to people who have suffered today in Manchester today a horrendous and mindless loss of innocents life’s
— Wythenshawe Town FC (@Wtfcopenage) May 23, 2017
Our hearts and thoughts go out to people who have suffered today in Manchester today a horrendous and mindless loss of innocents life’s
— Wythenshawe Town FC (@Wtfcopenage) May 23, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by the terrible events at Manchester Arena
— Manchester Airport (@manairport) May 23, 2017
Remembering our Emergency Services this morning there when we need them most. My thoughts & prayers are with you all at this sad time.
— Tommy Judge (@Judge903Judge) May 23, 2017
Our thoughts and wishes go to anyone affected by last night’s suspected attack. All campuses open as usual, please check website for more.
— TheManchesterCollege (@TheMcrCollege) May 23, 2017