Summary
A synagogue in Manchester was the site of an attack involving a car driven into pedestrians and a stabbing incident. Two people were killed, and the suspect was shot dead by police. The attack occurred during Yom Kippur, a significant day for the Jewish community.
Key Facts
- The attack happened outside Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Manchester.
- Two people died, and three others were seriously injured.
- The attack involved a car driven at pedestrians and knife stabbings.
- The incident occurred on Yom Kippur, an important Jewish holy day.
- Police responded quickly, arriving at the scene at 09:34 after a 09:31 call.
- Armed officers shot the suspect, who was believed to have a bomb.
- Greater Manchester's emergency services declared a major incident.
- Eyewitnesses reported the suspect attempting to break into the synagogue.
