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“It Is Vital We Stand Together” – Council and MP Condemn Manchester Synagogue Attack
The attack targeted worshippers on Yom Kippur, killing two and injuring three others, prompting deployment of extra police to synagogues nationwide, officials said.
- On Thursday, October 2, a man rammed a car into worshippers outside Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Crumpsall, killing at least two and injuring three; GMP said the suspected attacker was shot and believed deceased.
- Police treated the event as a potential marauding terrorist attack, declaring PLATO and a major incident as the crowd gathered at Heaton Park congregation for Yom Kippur.
- Shots were fired by Greater Manchester Police firearms officers at 9.38am after the suspect stabbed bystanders, a bomb disposal unit was called, and a member of the public helped stop the attacker entering the synagogue.
- King Charles and Queen Camilla said they were 'deeply shocked and saddened' and offered prayers, while security across the city and synagogues across Greater Manchester has been increased.
- Community leaders said local residents and worshippers live in fear and grief, with neighbouring police forces providing support and urging unity against terrorist violence.
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Two people have been killed at a synagogue outside Manchester. Now the city's two football giants are speaking out about the incident. "We are shocked and saddened by the tragic events that took place in Manchester this morning," Manchester City wrote on X.
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