An Ottawa mom and daughter are devastated after superstar Taylor Swift was forced to cancel her shows in Austria because of a foiled terrorist plot, spoiling what was supposed to be a dream trip.
“We were making one last friendship bracelet before falling asleep and the news broke and we just cried for hours. It’s devastating,” said Nathalie Carrier.
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The duo flew from Ottawa to Vienna on Monday, where Taylor Swift was set to perform three sold-out shows.
But Swift was forced to cancel her concerts after a terrorist plot came to light, aimed at causing carnage at the concerts.
Austrian authorities announced several arrests, including a 19-year-old who made an oath to the leader of the Islamic State terrorist group last month and had explosive materials.
Security officials say the suspects had made arrangements to gain access to the stadium and surrounding area.
The concert organizer, Barracuda Music, said on Instagram, …