😢 Two killed, three injured after a suspect rammed a car into pedestrians and stabbed a security guard near Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Manchester on Yom Kippur—the holiest day in Judaism.
🚨 Greater Manchester Police say officers shot the attacker around 9:38 AM local time, minutes after reports at 9:31 AM. The suspect is believed dead, but officers can’t confirm due to suspicious items on him. A bomb disposal team was called in.
👑 PM Keir Starmer announced extra police protection for synagogues across the country. King Charles III and Queen Camilla expressed deep shock and sadness over the attack on such an important day.
🏙️ Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham praised the quick police response and urged people not to speculate on social media, noting the community’s concern during this worrying time.
🔎 This year saw over 3,500 antisemitic incidents in the UK—the second worst on record—according to the Community Security Trust. Antisemitism is prejudice or hostility toward Jewish people.
🤝 In a world where festival gatherings—from Diwali in India to the Mooncake Festival in Southeast Asia—mean community and celebration, attacks on places of worship hit close to home. Staying informed and supporting each other helps keep us safe.
⚠️ If you see something suspicious, always alert local authorities. Let’s stand united against hate and protect our diverse communities. 🙌
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