Summary
A man named Jihad al-Shamie attacked a synagogue in Manchester, UK, killing two people and claiming allegiance to ISIS during the attack. He used both a car and a knife to attack on Yom Kippur and was later shot dead by police. Authorities are investigating his motives and whether he had any support.
Key Facts
- The attacker, Jihad al-Shamie, pledged allegiance to ISIS during the attack.
- He called emergency services to declare his actions for ISIS while attacking.
- The attack happened at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue on October 2.
- Two people were killed: Adrian Daulby, shot accidentally by police, and Melvin Cravitz.
- Al-Shamie drove a car into pedestrians and attacked them with a knife.
- Al-Shamie was killed by police officers during the attack.
- Six people have been arrested as part of the investigation, but their connection to al-Shamie is not confirmed.
- The attacker was not known to counterterror police or part of the UK's Prevent scheme.
