THURROCK Muslim community gathered to "show their solidarity with victims" of Manchester attack.
A large number of Muslims gathered in Grays from around Thurrock to pray for the victims of "the vicious attack" carried out on Monday night at an Ariana Grande concert.
It saw 22 people killed in the explosion at the Manchester Arena.
Abu Khayor and Qaisar Abbas on behalf of Thurrock Muslim community said: "We strongly condemn this coward attack on innocent people. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families.
"The Thurrock Muslim community stands united in the face of those who seek to harm and divide us. We also pay tribute to our emergency services, police, and volunteers who worked tirelessly to save lives."
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