UPDATE: Manchester Terror Attack: 19 Dead, Over 50 Injured

Two loud explosions were reportedly heard at an Ariana Grande gig, Manchester Arena around 10.40pm on Monday

At least 19 people have been killed and over 50 injured after a suicide bomber attack at the Manchester Arena.

Thousands of gig-goers were packed into the venue to see American singer Ariana Grande when two explosions were reported.

Minutes later eyewitnesses described seeing people "running and screaming" from the arena, with some covered in blood.

Greater Manchester Police released a statement just after 1am.

"19 people have been confirmed dead, with around 50 others injured," it said.

The incident is now being treated as a terrorist attack.

Swarms of armed police were joined by a bomb disposal unit as teams from across the region worked to secure the area and help the injured.

The death toll has climbed to 22