POLICE in Devon are urging people to remain ‘alert and vigilant’ in the wake of last night’s terrorist atrocity which killed 22 - including children - and injured 59 at the Manchester Arena. Senior officers are stressing there is no specific intelligence to suggest any additional threat in the county - but they are warning the threat level for the UK remains severe. Chief Constable Shaun Sawyer said this morning (tues): ‘The tragic events in Manchester are a timely reminder of the need to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activity seen. ‘Although we have no information to suggest any specific risk to the force area, I would ask the public to keep alert and not be alarmed - and to support us in keeping our region safe.’ He advised: ‘If anyone sees anything suspicious relating to terrorism, they can report this to the Anti-Terrorist Hotline on 0800 789321.’ He said in a statement from police headquarters in Exeter: ‘The impact of last night’s events will be felt for some time - and our condolences go to the families and friends of those who have died as well as those who have been injured as a result of the attack. ‘Devon and Cornwall Police officers and staff are always aware of the dangers of such attacks which remain, thankfully, rare.’ And he revealed: ‘Local people may see some increased patrols locally and might also see a more overt armed presence from officers. ‘I would ask the public not to be fearful of this, but to feel more secure that steps are being taken to ensure their safety.’ He added: ‘Devon and Cornwall Police stands with the Greater Manchester Police and other forces across the country. We must not allow attacks like this stop people going about their daily business. ‘Vigilance and being alert to potential intelligence is critical, but rest-assured everything possible is being done to ensure public safety at this difficult time.’ Anyone with any information about suspicious activity can contact the national Anti-Terrorist Hotline on 0800 789321.