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The recent tragic event that took place at a synagogue in Manchester has left the community in shock. The attacker, identified as Jihad Al-Shamie, was a 35-year-old British man of Syrian descent. The incident resulted in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to three others. The attack occurred when a car was driven into people outside the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation synagogue in Crumpsall, followed by a knife attack.
Following the incident, Greater Manchester Police arrested three individuals – two men in their 30s and a woman in her 60s – in connection with the terrorist attack. During the investigation, it was determined that the suspicious device worn by the attacker was not a viable explosive. The spokesperson for GMP stated that there were no previous Prevent referrals related to the individual responsible for the attack.
The swift actions of the armed officers, synagogue security, and Rabbi Daniel Walker were commended for preventing further harm. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer condemned the terrorist attack and assured the Jewish community of their safety. He expressed solidarity with the community and vowed to increase police visibility for their protection. The incident unfolded on Yom Kippur, a significant day in the Jewish calendar, heightening the impact of the attack on the congregation.
Witnesses at the scene praised Rabbi Daniel Walker’s calm and decisive actions during the attack. He was commended for his quick thinking and bravery in protecting those inside the synagogue. The immediate response from security staff and worshippers prevented the attacker from gaining access to the building. The community, along with local leaders, vowed to stand united against such acts of violence and anti-Semitism
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