The Leader of Southend-on-Sea City Council has issued the following statement about the support available following the incident at Chalkwell Park on Saturday 28 June.
Cllr Daniel Cowan, Leader of Southend-on-Sea City Council, said: “We recognise the significant impact of Saturday's tragic incident on those who rushed to help at the scene and showed the very best of Southend.
"The quick actions and efforts of those involved made a real difference in an unimaginably difficult moment. We also recognise that the incident has had a much wider-reaching affect on the community and that some people will be struggling to come to terms with it.
"We have already been sign-posting the available health guidance from NHS England and will continue to share these to the wider public in the local community who have also been affected by the events from the weekend.
"In addition, we know that many parents and carers may be struggling to process what has happened, or finding it difficult to talk to their children, especially if they are feeling upset or have questions. If anyone needs someone to talk to, we have liaised with Southend's City Family and their Navigators are available to listen and offer age-appropriate support.
"You can also contact City Family by phone on 01702 844118 or WhatsApp on 07507 242398. Additionally, South East and Central Essex MIND is also available for support."