News in photos: Police at the scene of the Ariana Grande concert blast in Manchester

Medics deploy at the scene of a reported explosion during a concert in Manchester, England on May 23, 2017.
British police said early May 23 there were “a number of confirmed fatalities” after reports of at least one explosion during a pop concert by US singer Ariana Grande. Ambulances were seen rushing to the Manchester Arena venue and police added in a statement that people should avoid the area
/ AFP PHOTO / Paul ELLIS

Emergency response vehicles are parked at the scene of a suspected terrorist attack during a pop concert by US star Ariana Grande in Manchester, northwest England on May 23, 2017. / AFP PHOTO / Paul ELLIS

Police deploy at scene of explosion in Manchester, England, on May 23, 2017 at a concert.
British police said early May 23 there were “a number of confirmed fatalities” after reports of at least one explosion during a pop concert by US singer Ariana Grande. Ambulances were seen rushing to the Manchester Arena venue and police added in a statement that people should avoid the area
/ AFP PHOTO / PAUL ELLIS

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