LIVE: Funeral of nine-year-old Alice Dasilva Aguiar who died in a knife attack in Southport

Hundreds of mourners have gathered for the funeral of nine-year-old Alice da Silva Aguiar, who was killed in a mass stabbing at a dance class in Southport. Her parents Sergio and Alexandra were joined by family and friends at St Patrick's Catholic Church in the town. Among those who also gathered to pay their respects were Serena Kennedy, Chief Constable of Merseyside Police, along with uniformed officers from the police and the ambulance and fire services. Members of the public lined Marshside Road as the funeral cortege arrived, along with about 30 uniformed police officers. Pink ribbons and balloons were tied to lampposts and garden walls. Applause broke out as the carriage - drawn by two white horses sporting orange and white plumes - containing the youngster's white coffin approached the church entrance. Several hundred people packed into the church while more listened outside as the service was relayed on loudspeakers. Alice, Bebe King, six, and Elsie Dot Stancombe, seven, were all killed in the attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class on July 29. Eight other children were injured in the attack and all have now been discharged from hospital to recover at home. #livestream #thesun Stay informed on the dynamic world of UK politics with The Sun. We’ll bring you updates on Kier Starmer and the Labour party, major policy decisions, parliamentary debates and electoral developments, including local and general elections. Understand the impact of current events on the UK economy, public services - and how they’ll affect you. Follow updates on the Prime Minister, Cabinet ministers and opposition leaders as they navigate crucial issues such as tax, inflation, public sector strikes and international relations. Subscribe now for all the latest in UK politics. The Sun brings you breaking news and in-depth analysis on the stories that matter most. From the ongoing war in Ukraine to conflicts in the Middle East and US and UK politics, we post updates as they happen. Expect the latest on major global events, pressing political debates, celebrity updates and exclusive royal family content, along with in-depth investigations and expert commentary. Get comprehensive coverage of Donald Trump's Presidency, Vladimir Putin's actions, and the unfolding drama of the British Royal Family. Subscribe now for daily updates and exclusive content from The Sun. https://www.youtube.com/c/thesun?sub_... Read The Sun: https://bit.ly/3Tay1OY Like The Sun on Facebook:   / thesun   Follow The Sun on TikTok:   / ucizxayrp7-p0anpq-nd-h5g   Subscribe to The Sun on Snapchat:   / 1633225139