Newshour Fatal attack on Manchester synagogue
Oct 2, 2025
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Deadly Attack Targeted Worshippers
- The Manchester attack occurred on Yom Kippur and targeted people outside Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation, killing two and leaving others seriously injured.
- Police shot the suspected attacker and increased security at synagogues nationwide amid community fear of rising antisemitism.
Rising Antisemitism Sparks Security Concerns
- Britain's Jewish community has reported a surge in antisemitic incidents this year, with Greater Manchester seeing many cases.
- Officials and party leaders framed the attack as highlighting the urgent need for better protection of Jewish communities.
Eyewitness Account Of The Incident
- An eyewitness 999 call reported a car swerving to hit people before a man exited and began stabbing outside the synagogue.
- Armed police arrived within seven minutes and shot the suspected attacker who later died.