The police revealed that the suspect involved in the tragic terrorist incident at a synagogue in northern Manchester was not initially flagged in counter-terror databases. Investigations are ongoing to determine if the suspect’s information is linked to any previous inquiries.
In response to the morning’s assault that resulted in two fatalities and severe injuries to four others, the Jewish community is in shock. At around 9:31 am, law enforcement received reports of a vehicular and stabbing assault at Heaton Park synagogue. The suspect was swiftly neutralized by an armed officer just seven minutes later, amid concerns that he might have been carrying an explosive device, which was later confirmed as non-functional.
The Chief Constable of Greater Manchester Police, Sir Stephen Watson, disclosed that the attacker had a suspicious vest-like object on him. Counter Terrorism Policing Assistant Commissioner Laurence Taylor confirmed the incident as a terrorist attack, with two fatalities and three individuals in critical condition. Two additional individuals have been apprehended in connection to the assault at the synagogue.
Mayor Andy Burnham condemned the anti-Semitic attack, emphasizing solidarity with the affected families and urging support for the Jewish community. Greater Manchester is rallying against such acts of violence and has initiated interfaith efforts to express support and unity.
