Social media companies could have worked with authorities to prevent misinformation as rioting broke out in the wake of Axel Rudakubana's horrific attack, the Merseyside Police chief has said. Violent disorder was seen across the country after the 18-year-old killed three girls and attempted to kill 10 others at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport on July 29 last year.

Social media companies could have worked with authorities to prevent misinformation as rioting broke out in the wake of Axel Rudakubana's horrific attack, the Merseyside Police chief has said.