British authorities confirmed three fatalities, including the attacker, after a violent incident at Manchester's Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue on Thursday. Armed police responded to reports of a vehicle driven at pedestrians and a stabbing, ultimately shooting the suspect during the confrontation.
Greater Manchester Police stated there is no ongoing threat to public safety. A verified social media video showed officers neutralizing the assailant near the synagogue grounds, with another individual—appearing to wear a Jewish head covering—lying injured nearby.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the attack, emphasizing its timing during Yom Kippur, Judaism's holiest day. He cut short his attendance at a European summit to return to the UK, calling the incident "horrific" in a public statement.
While the motive remains under investigation, the attack has sparked renewed discussions about religious site security and community safety measures. Authorities have urged calm as they work to establish the full context of the tragedy.
