Yesterday afternoon, eight people were killed and 11—including two children—were injured after a truck was driven into a cycle path in lower Manhattan, making it the deadliest terror attack in Manhattan since 9/11.
"This was an act of terror, and a particularly cowardly act of terror," New York Mayor Bill de Blasio said following the incident, "aimed at innocent civilians, aimed at people going about their lives who had no idea what was about to hit them."
A 29-year-old man from Uzbekistan named Sayfullo Habibullaevic Saipov has been identified as the terrorist and has reportedly been living in the U.S. since 2010.
He is currently undergoing surgery after being shot in the abdomen by police.
Following the tragedy, several celebrities took to social media to honor the victims and sent their support and condolences.
Taylor's Instagram story! pic.twitter.com/eqtOYV8yFnOctober 31, 2017
Sending love to NYC on this tragic + heartbreaking dayOctober 31, 2017
This is a terrible day. Families will be mourning their loved ones tonight. This is an action is the worst of mankind. #NYCOctober 31, 2017
That's my high school in the picture. This is sad and horrifying. Sending love to everyone there. https://t.co/DWvZy5AdS1October 31, 2017
Terror attack in NYC, not far from 9/11. Deepest condolences to the families of those murdered; and those involved who are scarred forever.November 1, 2017
NY, I love you so much. You are strong and full of everyday heroes and I love you.We'll get through today and tomorrow and the next one.November 1, 2017
Devastated for the victims and their families tonight & inspired by the spirit of this city. Sirens and trick or treaters everywhere. 💙🗽October 31, 2017
Michelle and I are thinking of the victims of today's attack in NYC and everyone who keeps us safe. New Yorkers are as tough as they come.November 1, 2017
New York's resilience is stronger than a cowardly act of terror. Thinking of the victims, their families, & the responders who saved lives.November 1, 2017
New York. My heart is with you always and forever. Devastating news. My soul and heart is with the victims and there loved ones x horrificOctober 31, 2017
My heart goes out to those who have lost loved ones today in NYC. Such a cowardly actOctober 31, 2017
This is a terrible day. Families will be mourning their loved ones tonight. This is an action is the worst of mankind. #NYCOctober 31, 2017
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