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Police say one victim possibly shot by officer during Manchester attack

Police say one victim possibly shot by officer during Manchester attack

Summary

Police in Manchester say an officer might have accidentally shot a victim during a synagogue attack. The attack involved a man driving into pedestrians and stabbing people, killing two and injuring others. The incident has led to public concern about anti-Semitism in the area.

Key Facts

  • An officer might have accidentally shot one of the victims during the Manchester attack.
  • The attacker drove a car into pedestrians and then began stabbing people near a synagogue.
  • The attack occurred during Yom Kippur, an important Jewish holiday.
  • Two men, Adrian Daulby and Melvin Cravitz, were killed in the attack.
  • Three other individuals sustained injuries.
  • Daulby's family called him a "hero" for his actions during the attack.
  • Community members have expressed concern about growing anti-Semitism.
  • Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy attended a vigil for the victims.

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