The first picture of an off-duty police officer killed in the Manchester attack has been released.
Elaine McIver, a detective in the Titan Squad which deals with organised crime, died on Tuesday night. Her husband is currently fighting for his life in hospital. Their two children were injured.
Her family released a statement which has been published in the Evening Standard and read: "Elaine was a much-loved daughter, sister, auntie, friend and colleague, the best we could ever have wished for.
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"She was everyone's friend, thoughtful beyond belief, with an effervescent and outgoing personality.
"She would have been devastated by the injuries sustained by her partner Paul, and we all wish him a speedy recovery.
"Elaine just loved life, and had a major love of music. Despite what has happened to her, she would want us all to carry on regardless and not be frightened by fear tactics; instead she regularly urged us all to rise up against it.
"Although we will all miss her beyond belief, we absolutely know she will live in our hearts forever."
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Credit: Greater Manchester Police
Members of the public, fellow officers, friends and family have flooded social media with tributes since the news broke.
A total of 22 people were killed - and a further 120 injured - after the suicide bomb attack on Monday evening at Manchester Arena.
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Source: Evening Standard
Featured Image Credit: Greater Manchester Police
