Manchester City Football Club are deeply saddened to hear of the deaths of PC Fiona Bone and PC Nicola Hughes who tragically died today. Our thoughts are with the family, friends and colleagues of these two brave women.

The flags at the Etihad Stadium will fly at half mast as a mark of respect for these courageous individuals who worked so hard to serve and protect the people of Greater Manchester.

Roberto Mancini said: "This is a terrible tragedy for Manchester and our hearts go out to the families of the two officers."