A quiet evening in Manchester turned to tragedy when a suspected terror attack outside a synagogue claimed the lives of two innocent men, sending shockwaves through the local community.
The victims have been named as Melvin Cravitz and Adrian Daulby, both described as beloved members of their community. The attack occurred near a synagogue on Middleton Road, leaving residents and worshippers in a state of shock and mourning.
Community in Mourning
Local residents expressed their devastation as police cordoned off the area following the violent incident. One neighbour described hearing "screaming and shouting" before police vehicles and ambulances descended on the scene.
Greater Manchester Police have launched a thorough investigation, treating the attack as terrorism-related. Assistant Chief Constable Rob Potts confirmed that a man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody for questioning.
Swift Police Response
Emergency services responded rapidly to the incident, with armed officers securing the area around the synagogue. Police have reassured the public that there is no ongoing threat to the wider community.
Forensic teams have been conducting extensive searches in the area, while counter-terrorism officers work to establish the full circumstances surrounding the attack.
Support for Victims' Families
Tributes have poured in for both victims, with friends and family remembering them as kind-hearted individuals. Community leaders have called for unity and solidarity during this difficult time.
Local MP Afzal Khan expressed his condolences, stating: "My thoughts are with the families of those who have lost their lives in this terrible incident."
The investigation continues as authorities work to determine the precise motivation behind the attack and whether it was specifically targeted at the Jewish community.
