Emotional moment: Taylor Swift is at a complete loss for words after the horrific stabbing in Southport that claimed the lives of two young children. Describing the scene as a “horror movie,”

Taylor Swift has said the “horror of yesterday’s attack in Southport is washing over me continuously” after a mass stabbing at a children’s dance class.

Two young children were killed during a “horror movie” knife attack in the seaside town near Liverpool at a yoga class themed on the singer.

Six children and two adults remained in critical condition on Tuesday morning following the shocking attack.

A 17-year-old continues to be quizzed by police after he was arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder over the “ferocious” attack.

In a social media post, Swift wrote: “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.”

At the scene, flowers and teddies had been left by the police cordon in Hart Street.

One message in a “Thinking Of You” card said “thoughts and prayers” are with those affected and was signed: “Love – Southport.”

Another said: “Fly high with angels little ones.”

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer could visit the seaside town on Tuesday alongside Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, Chancellor Rachel Reeves told Sky News.

Police have said that, although the motive for the attack is unclear, it is not believed to be terror-related