Jump directly to the content
HATE WILL NOT DIVIDE US

Heartbreaking scenes at emotional vigil for London Bridge terror attack victims as families, cops and faith leaders join thousands to honour those killed

Those in attendance were seen holding signs calling for solidarity, with many in tears as the capital came together as one

HUNDREDS have gathered to pay tribute to those who lost their lives in the London Bridge terror attack during an emotional vigil this evening.

Those in attendance were seen holding signs calling for solidarity, with many seen in tears as the capital came together as one.

 

Hundreds gather during a vigil in Potters Fields for the victims of the June 3 terror attacks
34
Hundreds gather during a vigil in Potters Fields for the victims of the June 3 terror attacksCredit: Getty Images
As London came together this evening, many were seen in emotional embraces as the city continues to come to terms with the tragedy
34
As London came together this evening, many were seen in emotional embraces as the city continues to come to terms with the tragedyCredit: Rex Features
There were emotional scenes as the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan addressed the crowd
34
There were emotional scenes as the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan addressed the crowdCredit: Rex Features
London continues to mourn those who have lost their lives on Saturday night, with 18 others in hospital still fighting for their lives
34
London continues to mourn those who have lost their lives on Saturday night, with 18 others in hospital still fighting for their livesCredit: Rex Features
Women watch on as the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan delivers an emotional speech
34
Women watch on as the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan delivers an emotional speechCredit: AP:Associated Press
London Mayor Sadiq Khan bows his head during a vigil in Potters Fields Park this evening
34
London Mayor Sadiq Khan bows his head during a vigil in Potters Fields Park this eveningCredit: Getty Images
People queue to lay flowers after a vigil for victims of Saturday's attack in London Bridge
34
People queue to lay flowers after a vigil for victims of Saturday's attack in London BridgeCredit: AP:Associated Press
Floral tributes lie on the ground, with one sign reading 'Not In Our Name'
34
Floral tributes lie on the ground, with one sign reading 'Not In Our Name'Credit: Rex Features
Young and old gathered at tonight's vigil, with a young girl seen here on her father's shoulders holding a sun flower
34
Young and old gathered at tonight's vigil, with a young girl seen here on her father's shoulders holding a sun flowerCredit: Getty Images
A single rose lies next to a lit candle at the scene of the vigil
34
A single rose lies next to a lit candle at the scene of the vigilCredit: EPA

Many were seen in emotional embraces and in tears as a minute's silence was held for the seven people who lost their lives.

Their thoughts were also with the 48 injured, 18 of whom remain in a critical condition.

One Muslim in attendance held a sign which read: "I am London. I am British. I am human."

Three people in tears share an emotional embrace at the vigil this evening
34
Three people in tears share an emotional embrace at the vigil this evening
There were emotional scenes at the vigil tonight, as London came together as one
34
There were emotional scenes at the vigil tonight, as London came together as oneCredit: SWNS:South West News Service
People hold a 'We Love London' sign at the vigil, which was attended by hundreds this evening
34
People hold a 'We Love London' sign at the vigil, which was attended by hundreds this eveningCredit: Getty Images
Flowers lie together, alongside a poster which reads 'Unite Against Terror, War, Racism and Poverty'
34
Flowers lie together, alongside a poster which reads 'Unite Against Terror, War, Racism and Poverty'Credit: EPA
The solidarity of Londoners was on display for all to see in London this evening
34
The solidarity of Londoners was on display for all to see in London this eveningCredit: Getty Images
Sadiq Khan standing with both the Shadow Home Secretary Diane Abbott and Home Secretary Amber Rudd
34
Sadiq Khan standing with both the Shadow Home Secretary Diane Abbott and Home Secretary Amber RuddCredit: Getty Images
Many from the Muslim community gathered to lay flowers and pay tribute to those who lost their lives
34
Many from the Muslim community gathered to lay flowers and pay tribute to those who lost their livesCredit: Reuters
There was a heavy armed police presence at the scene of the vigil
34
There was a heavy armed police presence at the scene of the vigilCredit: EPA

Addressing the crowd, Mayor of London Sadiq Khan said: "We stand together tonight to honour the memories of the innocent lives lost and people injured in the barbaric attack on our city on Saturday night.

"London stands in defiance against the cowardly attack and our people, city our values and our way of life.

Two of those in attendance share an emotional embrace at the scene
34
Two of those in attendance share an emotional embrace at the sceneCredit: JEFF MOORE

"As the Mayor of London I want to send a clear message to the sick and evil extremists who commit these hideous crimes.

"We will defeat you. You will not win.

MOST READ IN NEWS

Passenger plane vanishes from radar over Alaska as search launched
PLANE MISSING

Passenger plane vanishes from radar over Alaska as search launched

Two SWANS strike holiday jet at take-off forcing emergency landing
WINGS & A PRAYER

Two SWANS strike holiday jet at take-off forcing emergency landing

Mystery as Brit couple found dead in French villa 'after burglary gone wrong'
DEATH RIDDLE

Mystery as Brit couple found dead in French villa 'after burglary gone wrong'

Second tourist, 26, who died in 'fumigated' Sri Lanka hostel with Brit named
HOSTEL TRAGEDY

Second tourist, 26, who died in 'fumigated' Sri Lanka hostel with Brit named

"As a proud and patriotic British Muslim I say this: You do not commit these disgusting acts in my name.

"Your perverse ideology has nothing to do with the true values of Islam and you will never succeed in dividing our city.

A father hugs his young son at the vigil as London came together if defiance against fear
34
A father hugs his young son at the vigil as London came together if defiance against fearCredit: Reuters
ISIS have claimed responsibility for the barbaric attack
34
 ISIS have claimed responsibility for the barbaric attackCredit: Getty Images
The Mayor of London was applauded by the crowd as he vowed that the terrorists would never be allowed to win
34
The Mayor of London was applauded by the crowd as he vowed that the terrorists would never be allowed to winCredit: SWNS:South West News Service
London remains in shock and sorrow following Saturday nights atrocity
34
London remains in shock and sorrow following Saturday nights atrocityCredit: SWNS:South West News Service
Hundreds gather near where the terror rampage began, which saw seven die and 48 suffer injuries
34
Hundreds gather near where the terror rampage began, which saw seven die and 48 suffer injuriesCredit: EPA
A young boy holds a sign which reads: 'British Muslims Against Terrorism'
34
A young boy holds a sign which reads: 'British Muslims Against Terrorism'Credit: EPA
A woman smiles as she holds two balloons in the shape of love hearts
34
A woman smiles as she holds two balloons in the shape of love heartsCredit: PA:Press Association
A woman urges London with a sign to 'Choose Love' while attending the vigil this evening
34
A woman urges London with a sign to 'Choose Love' while attending the vigil this eveningCredit: Reuters

"Today, we mourn the loss of innocent lives. Londoners and people from around the world.

"We send our love to the victims families and to all those injured. We thank our courageous emergency services and the brave Londoners who risked their lives to save other.

"You are the best of us.

Attendees hold a sign which reads: 'I am London. I am British. I am human.'
34
Attendees hold a sign which reads: 'I am London. I am British. I am human.'Credit: Reuters

"Our city is stood with great sorrow and anger tonight but also great resolve and determination because our unity and love for one another will always be stronger than the hate of the extremists.

"This is our city, these are our values and this is our way of life.

"London will never be broken by terrorism.

Hundreds gathered at the scene this evening to pay their respects
34
Hundreds gathered at the scene this evening to pay their respectsCredit: AP:Associated Press

"We will step up the fight against extremism. And we will defeat the terrorists."

Bunches of flowers to those murdered and injured carpeted the pavement outside a police cordon at London Bridge today.

A large police presence remained in place with swathes of the area still cordoned off following Saturday's attack.

Members from London's Muslim community hold a sign which reads: 'Love For All, Hatred For None'
34
Members from London's Muslim community hold a sign which reads: 'Love For All, Hatred For None'Credit: PA:Press Association
A man holds a sign which reads: 'You are in our hearts and prayers. We stand united with you. Terrorists ain't no Muslim's.'
34

A man holds a sign which reads: 'You are in our hearts and prayers. We stand united with you. Terrorists ain't no Muslim's.'Around 50 colourful bouquets of flowers, with cards addressed to "those poor souls who lost their lives" and "to all those affected on Saturday" were placed by the scene.

One woman overwhelmed by emotion silently knelt in prayer in front of the flowers, with others crying and embracing in front of the bundles of flowers.

Street pastors were also on hand to comfort those who were upset.

Khan told the crowd: 'We send our love to the victims families and to all those injured. We thank our courageous emergency services and the brave Londoners who risked their lives to save other'
34
Khan told the crowd: 'We send our love to the victims families and to all those injured. We thank our courageous emergency services and the brave Londoners who risked their lives to save other'Credit: Rex Features

Borough High Street, Tooley Street, the Barrowboy and Banker and London Grind remained closed, with around a dozen police officers guarding the area.

A white tent and a number of vans can still be seen down the high street, where a number of people were stabbed by three terrorists, moments after they hit pedestrians on London Bridge.

An incredible turnout this evening at the vigil shows how united the city of London has become
34
An incredible turnout this evening at the vigil shows how united the city of London has becomeCredit: PA:Press Association
Khan told the crowd: 'We send our love to the victims families and to all those injured. We thank our courageous emergency services and the brave Londoners who risked their lives to save other'
34
Khan told the crowd: 'We send our love to the victims families and to all those injured. We thank our courageous emergency services and the brave Londoners who risked their lives to save other'Credit: PA:Press Association

Six people are still missing after the attack, which ISIS have claimed responsibility for.

They are Sara Zelenak, 21, Ignacio Echeverría, 39, James McMullan, 32, Xavier Thomas, Sebastien Belanger, and Socaine Drz.


We pay for your stories! Do you have a story for The Sun Online news team? Email us at [email protected] or call 0207 782 4368

 

Topics
machibet777.com