Summary
Jihad Al-Shamie, a British citizen, attacked a synagogue in Manchester with a knife and a car. At the time of the attack, he was on bail for a rape charge. The attack resulted in the deaths of two men, with three others injured, and is being investigated for potential ties to terrorism.
Key Facts
- Jihad Al-Shamie attacked a Manchester synagogue with a knife and car.
- Al-Shamie was on police bail for suspected rape at the time of the attack.
- Two people, Adrian Daulby and Melvin Cravitz, died in the attack.
- Three other individuals were injured, with one being accidentally shot by police.
- Police suspect Al-Shamie may have been influenced by extremist beliefs.
- Three additional people were arrested for suspected ties to terrorism.
- The Independent Office for Police Conduct is investigating the police's use of force during the incident.
- The attack occurred on Yom Kippur, a significant day in the Jewish calendar.
