The final girl injured in the fatal Southport knife attack has been discharged from hospital and will continue her recovery at home, Merseyside Police said.
She was released from Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital on Thursday and is the eighth child injured in the attack to be discharged, the force said.
Her family thanked the ambulance crews that were “crucial in airlifting her from the scene to the hospital” and said “we know that their intervention saved her life”.
The survivor’s family went on to condemn the subsequent “disorder” and attacks on police officers, emphasising that “when the horrific events unfolded, our police officers were the first on the scene”.
“We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital for their unwavering support and the extraordinary care they provided to our beloved daughter during this challenging time,” they said in a statement.
“We were deeply saddened by the recent disorder and the attacks on our police force.
“It is important to highlight that when the horrific events unfolded, our police officers were the first on the scene.
“We are immensely grateful to the officers who stood by our daughter’s side, providing assistance and support until she was safely transported to the hospital.
“This has been an incredibly difficult time for our nation, especially for the families affected by these tragic events.
“We appreciate the continued support and compassion from everyone during this challenging period.
Axel Rudakubana, 18, has been charged with the murder of three girls at the Hart Space in Southport, Merseyside.
He is also charged with the attempted murder of yoga class instructor Leanne Lucas, businessman John Hayes, and eight children, who cannot be named for legal reasons, as well as with possession of a kitchen knife with a curved blade.
