Van used in Nottingham attack was stolen from victim

We'll be pausing our live coverage shortly, so here's a quick summary of what we know about the attack as it stands:

• Two 19-year-olds and a man in his 50s were killed early this morning in Nottingham
• The University of Nottingham confirmed that two of its students were among the dead, and Barnaby Webber has been named locally as one of the victims
• A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder, but police say the motive for the attack is unclear
• The students were stabbed at around 04:00 BST on Ilkestone Road, officers say
• A man in his 50s was also stabbed to death and his body was found in Magdala Road

• Chief Constable Kate Meynell said officers believe the suspect stole the man's van and used it to drive into members of the public on Milton Street
• One of these people is in a critical condition in hospital, while the other two suffered minor injuries

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Barnaby Webber's cricket club in Taunton, Somerset, has paid tribute to "our dear friend and team mate" in a statement released this evening.

Webber has been named locally as one of two University of Nottingham students killed in today's attacks.

Writing on Twitter, Bishops Hull Cricket Club says Webber joined in 2021 and became a "key part of our club and made such an impact in such a short space of time".

"Playing more than 30 games for the club, scoring 622 runs, and taking 29 wickets, his memory will live on.

"As a club we would like to invite family, friends, club members and members of the village and public who wish to pay their respects and lay some flowers at the club."

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A student who attended the vigil in Nottingham this evening has said today's incidents have made students feel "tremendously anxious and scared to go out".

Charlie Bridgewater, 21, said he and his housemates dropped everything to go to the vigil "because we felt it was the right thing to do to show our support and to show our solidarity".

"It’s just awful, it’s horrible," he said.

The student from Lenton in Nottingham said one of the students who was killed was a best friend of his brother's girlfriend.

"I’ve just been on the phone to him and her to offer my condolences and they’re devastated," he said.

Charlie said the vigil was a "very touching ceremony" with people lighting candles and offering flowers.

"To have so many students come just shows the impact that these two individuals had on the community and it’s obviously very sad," he said.

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Earlier today, the University of Nottingham said two of its students had been killed in the attacks.

One of these students has been named locally as Barnaby Webber.

Police have not officially named the victims and said they won’t be issuing any further updates this evening.

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The University of Nottingham's vice chancellor, Shearer West, has said the community is "deeply shocked and saddened" by the killing of two students this morning.

In a statement, she says the university is supporting the victims' families and friends, as well as staff, students and others who might need it.

University security are working closely with police to support the ongoing investigation, West adds.

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I know our entire university community will join me in offering our deepest condolences to their family and close friends, as well as the other victims of the incident. Our thoughts are very much with them all at this incredibly difficult time."

Bosses at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust said the three deaths had "shocked everyone who lives or works" in Nottingham.

In a joint statement, chief executive Anthony May and chairman Nick Carver offered "our thanks and admiration" to emergency service staff "for their swift response and professionalism at such a difficult time".

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Universities UK, which represents 140 institutions across the country, says it is “shocked and appalled” by what has happened in Nottingham and that support teams will be available for students at all universities.

"The thoughts of the university community are with those impacted," it said in a statement.

"We understand this is an upsetting time for all students, and remind them that every university will have student support teams standing by to speak to anyone who feels affected by the news."

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Like the University of Nottingham, the Theatre Royal is flying its flag at half mast following the attack.

The van attack which injured three people took place on nearby Milton Street and a number of roads in the area remain closed, but the theatre confirmed earlier that this evening's performances would go ahead.

The deaths of three people in Nottingham have drawn responses from across the world:

• Prime Minister Rishi Sunak thanked emergency services "for their ongoing response to the shocking incident"
• All three Nottingham MPs said the city "has been devastated by the deaths"
• French President Emmanuel Macron said he shared "the grief of our British friends and stands by their side"
• Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury, said he joined "with everyone praying for all those affected, for grieving families and friends"
• Paul Williams, Bishop of Nottingham and Southwell, said it had been "a very difficult day for Nottingham"

The University of Nottingham says it knows today's events are likely to have caused distress for staff and students.

In a tweet, it pointed students to its support and wellbeing team, which has staff in all of its faculties.

The team can offer advice about "any concerns, emotional or personal difficulties", according to a video on its website.

It says it can help students find the right support service within the university, including counselling.

"You can access the support and wellbeing officer in a number of ways including by email, telephone and appointment," the video says.

Staff are also being directed to the university's employee assistance programme and counselling service, as well as online mental health courses and materials.

The flag at the University of Nottingham is being flown at half mast in memory of the two students who have been killed.

The university has said it is "shocked and devastated" by the events in the city today.

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A friend of one of two students killed in Nottingham on Tuesday has spoken of his grief.

The student, who wishes to remain anonymous, said he lives on a road that "leads directly onto the scene", and that dealing with the aftermath of losing a friend "hurts a lot".

“It’s the first time I’m dealing with something like this and at university it’s a challenge for sure," he said.

"When it happens on your doorstep you feel scared and frightened."

More pictures here from that vigil at St Peter's Church in Nottingham.

The service was led by Paul Williams, the Bishop of Nottingham and Southwell.

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Becky, a student at Nottingham Trent University, was among those attending the vigil.

She lived on a street behind Ilkeston Road last year.

“It feels very close to home and we’re still not living far away from where it happened," she said.

“I felt safe when I lived there last year as it’s just full of students, you were in that student bubble and well that’s just been popped now, it’s just so sad."

Becky said she and her friends were in shock and had been texting each other to check how they were.

“It’s so sad to think they will have finished their year, and this has happened, it’s heartbreaking," she said.

“It’s scary, I don’t think I’ll ever feel fully safe here now."

Speaking about the vigil, she said: “It’s a bit of comfort for people to come together; community is really important right now."

Nottingham's Theatre Royal has confirmed both of its scheduled performances for Tuesday will go ahead, despite the disruption caused by the deaths in the city.

A number of roads in the centre are still closed, and many public transport routes have been affected.

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The home secretary says she is "shocked and saddened" by the deaths of three people in the "tragic incident" this morning.

Speaking to broadcasters, Suella Braverman says "my thoughts first and foremost are with all of those who've been involved, their friends, their families and their communities".

She also thanked the emergency services for their "rapid response" and for "working round the clock to keep people safe".

Braverman urges anyone with any information relating to the incident to report it to the police, who she says should be allowed "time and space" to investigate.

Chief Constable Kate Meynell finishes her statement by saying the police will keep the public updated when they can say anything more.

"This is a very sad day for our city and we will do everything possible to get justice for the victims and their families," she says.

Chief Constable Kate Meynell has also reassured the public that it is safe to visit Nottingham city centre, in her statement to the media.

She told reporters police were not looking for anyone else in connection with the attacks.

Meynell also thanked those who live and work in the city for their patience and understanding - adding that the families of those affected were being supported.