There was panic as Grande’s audience of mostly young teenagers fled the 21,000-capacity venue after what witnesses described as an explosion in the foyer area at the end of the concert. 19 were confirmed dead.
Updated: May 23, 2017, 12:00 AM
Terror attack at Ariana Grande concert in Manchester – in pictures
Armed police gather at Manchester Arena after an explosion at the venue during an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester on May 22, 2017. PA via AP
The explosion caused panic inside and outside the venue. PA via AP
A bomb disposal robot is unloaded outside the Manchester Arena. EPA
A man is stretchered out of Manchester Arena after the explosion. Getty Images
Police comfort young fans outside Manchester Arena. Most of those attending the Ariana Grande concert were young teenagers. PA via AP
The explosion went off near the end of the concert. Getty Images
Dozens of ambulances rushed to the scene in Manchester to remove the wounded. Getty Images
Armed police officers near the Manchester Arena. Reuters
People leave Victoria Station adjacent to Manchester Arena. The explosion took place near a major transport hub for northern England. Getty Images
Police outside the Manchester Arena, which has a capacity of 21,000. Getty Images