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Synagogue attack victim killed by single bullet, inquest hears

Synagogue attack victim killed by single bullet, inquest hears

Summary

Adrian Daulby and Melvin Cravitz died during an attack at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation synagogue in Manchester. Jihad Al-Shamie carried out the attack on Yom Kippur by driving a car into a security guard and stabbing Mr. Cravitz, while Mr. Daulby was accidentally killed by a police bullet.

Key Facts

  • The attack took place on October 2 at a synagogue in Crumpsall, Manchester.
  • Adrian Daulby was fatally shot by a police bullet while holding the synagogue doors shut.
  • Melvin Cravitz was stabbed by the attacker, Jihad Al-Shamie.
  • Jihad Al-Shamie drove a car into a security guard before attacking Mr. Cravitz.
  • Police fired shots at Al-Shamie, mistaking him possibly for having a suicide vest.
  • The inquests into the deaths were opened at Manchester Coroner's Court.
  • The attack occurred on Yom Kippur, a significant Jewish religious day.
  • An inquest into Al-Shamie's death will take place separately.
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