Police in Manchester, northwest England, are currently responding to a reported stabbing at a synagogue that has left two people dead and several others injured. The incident occurred on Thursday, Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, as worshippers gathered at an Orthodox synagogue in Crumpsall.
According to reports from multiple sources, a car was driven into a crowd of pedestrians, injuring four individuals, before a suspect proceeded to stab multiple people near the synagogue. The suspect was subsequently shot by police at the scene. Authorities have declared a “Plato” situation, indicating a marauding terror attack, although it has not been officially classified as a terrorist incident.
The attack has sent shockwaves through the local community and beyond, with many expressing horror and disbelief at the violence that unfolded on such a significant day of religious observance. The incident has also raised concerns about the safety and security of religious institutions and the need for increased vigilance in the face of potential threats.
As details continue to emerge, the investigation into the attack is ongoing, with authorities working to determine the motives behind the violence and whether the suspect had any accomplices. The presence of a bomb disposal unit at the scene has also raised questions about the possibility of additional threats or explosive devices.
In the wake of this tragic event, leaders from various faith communities have come together to condemn the violence and offer support to those affected by the attack. Calls for unity, solidarity, and peace have been echoed across social media platforms and in public statements as the community grapples with the aftermath of the attack.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for continued efforts to combat extremism, promote tolerance, and ensure the safety of all individuals, regardless of their religious beliefs. As the investigation unfolds, authorities are urging anyone with information about the attack to come forward and assist in bringing those responsible to justice.
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Reference:
– ABC News: https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/police-scene-reported-stabbing-synagogue-english-city-manchester-126144277
– The Sydney Morning Herald: https://www.smh.com.au/world/europe/multiple-people-stabbed-at-synagogue-in-manchester-suspect-shot-by-police-20251002-p5mzpr.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_world
– Times of India: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/uk/uk-synagogue-crumpsall-stabbing-incident-people-killed-injured-suspect-police-investigation-andy-burnham-mayor-of-greater-manchester-pm-keir-starmer-news/articleshow/124272416.cms
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