Greater Manchester Police have initiated a significant security response following a disturbing incident at a Manchester synagogue that has left the local Jewish community on high alert.
Shocking Attack on Place of Worship
In what authorities are treating as a potential hate crime, a brick was hurled through a window of the Holy Law Synagogue on Bury Old Road in Prestwich during the early hours of Tuesday morning. The attack occurred around 1:20 AM, causing substantial damage to the religious building and sending shockwaves through the community.
Police Response and Community Reassurance
Detective Inspector James Coles of GMP's CID confirmed that specialist officers are conducting a thorough investigation into the incident. "We are treating this with the utmost seriousness," he stated. "Additional patrols have been deployed in the area to provide reassurance to the Jewish community and the wider public."
Community Leaders Speak Out
Local Jewish representatives have expressed their alarm at the attack, which comes amid rising concerns about antisemitism across the UK. The Board of Deputies of British Jews has been liaising with police to ensure appropriate security measures are implemented.
Security measures now in place include:
- Increased police patrols around Jewish institutions
- Enhanced CCTV monitoring in the Prestwich area
- Community liaison officers engaging with local leaders
- Security advice being distributed to synagogue administrators
Appeal for Information
Police are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward immediately. Investigators are particularly interested in speaking with residents in the Bury Old Road area who may have witnessed suspicious activity or captured relevant footage on private CCTV or doorbell cameras.
This attack serves as a stark reminder of the importance of community vigilance and interfaith solidarity in combating religious hatred.
