MERSEYSIDE'S Chief Constable has praised the public's overwhelming messages of support and thanks following the terror attack at Manchester Arena on Monday night.
In the past 24 hours the force has been overwhelmed by the public response to the hard work and dedication of our officers, and staff, and the work they are doing to keep the streets of Merseyside safe.
Chief Constable Andy Cooke said: "The response of the police and our partners in the other emergency services at times such as this are critical for ensuring that the public feel safe and reassured.
"The public will have seen an increased visible presence of armed police officers across Liverpool and I want to continue to reassure them that it is not in response to any direct threat but just to offer reassurance.
"A number of members of the public have contacted us via our feedback forms, our website and social media sites to thank Merseyside Police for the hard work, visible presence and professionalism following Monday night’s terror attack in Manchester.
"I want to thank the public for their continued support and can assure them of our ongoing commitment to keeping the streets of Merseyside safe".
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