The following announcement is broadcasted over the wireless at 22:00. It is preceded by a thirty second high pitched whine.
It is with great regret that I, Minister of Magic Millicent Bagnold, announce that earlier tonight the village of Tinworth was attacked without remorse by dark wizards. It is our understanding that the attack was perpetrated by He Who Must Not Be Named.
At present, we can confirm that there have been seven fatalities and over twenty serious injuries. The injured are being treated at St. Mungo’s and the homeless are currently being provided with temporary accommodation. A collection point has been set up in St Mungo’s and the Ministry’s atrium to raise money for those affected.
Anyone who is concerned about the safety of their family should owl the Ministry help desk. Under no circumstances should anyone travel into Tinworth until the Ministry announces it is safe to do so.
On behalf of the entire Ministry, our heartfelt sympathies go out for the victims and families of this tragedy. This violent night has left a mark on our society that will not be forgotten. It will not be forgiven.
Therefore, with immediate effect, anyone caught practising dark magic will be arrested and detained in Azkaban until such a time as a trial can be arranged. Anyone caught assisting dark wizards will be arrested and detained in Azkaban until such a time as a trial can be arranged. Anyone caught in the presence of known dark wizards will be arrested and detained in Azkaban until such a time as a trial can be arranged.
Our message to the Death Eaters and their supporters is clear: we will not tolerate this violence. You will be brought to justice.
I implore the wizarding community to keep faith in such tragic times. Rest assured that peaceful days are on the horizon. Your Ministry will ensure that these acts of terrorism are stopped.