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The two victims killed in Manchester tragedy at Crumpsall synagogue have now been named

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Two of the victims killed in yesterday’s tragedy at a synagogue in Crumpsall have now been named by Greater Manchester Police (GMP).

After initial reports of at least four people being left injured by the senseless attack, that number grew to five, with three still said to be in serious condition and two unfortunately succumbing to their injuries. Their deaths were confirmed on Thursday afternoon, 2 October.

With the attack at the place of worship in north Manchester also coming during Yom Kippur, the incident is now being treated as terrorism.

Updating the general public on Friday morning, GMP has now confirmed the names of the innocent civilians who sadly passed away as 53-year-old Adrian Daulby and 66-year-old Melvin Cravitz, both of whom were from the local area.

As detailed by the authorities, while full formal verification is yet to be handed down, it is believed the deaths are indeed Daulby and Cravitz, who are members of the local Jewish community.

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“Their families have been informed, and Family Liaison Officers are in contact with them and offering support. Home Office post-mortems will take place later this morning”, the statement continues.

Detective Chief Superintendent Lewis Hughes, who is co-ordinating the casualty response, added: “My deepest sympathies are with Mr Daulby and Mr Cravitz’s loved ones at this extremely hard time.

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“Specially trained Family Liaison Officers are in contact with them. They will continue to update them on the investigation and support them throughout the coronial process

“Whilst there are processes which must be followed, we commit to being mindful of cultural preferences and sensitivities and to ensuring that these men and their loved ones’ wishes are respected.”

Although a single picture of Cravitz has now been released across national and global media outlets, images of Daulby are yet to be revealed.

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Police have also confirmed they know the identity of the man who carried out the attack at the synagogue, but details remain undisclosed for security issues.

The most current information regarding the other individuals injured following the Crumpsall tragedy is still unknown, but all are said to be in serious condition.

Once again, our thoughts and condolences to the families of the victims, all those affected, and members of the Jewish faith all across Greater Manchester, the UK and beyond.

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Featured Images — GMP/Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue (via Facebook)

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Two victims of the Crumpsall synagogue attack were accidentally shot by police, according to GMP

Danny Jones Danny Jones Manchester synagogue attack victim shot by police

The latest update on the terrorist attack at a synagogue in Manchester is that one of the victims who tragically died was accidentally shot by police at the scene, while another is still receiving treatment in hospital, as per GMP.

With the suspect now having been named as Jihad Al-Shamie, who was also shot dead after driving towards and stabbing multiple individuals at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Crumpsall, it’s believed that one of the deceased men was unfortunately hit by gunfire during the incident.

Issuing a formal statement online, Greater Manchester Police informed the public that one of the two confirmed deaths, Melvin Cravitz and Adrian Daulby, was struck by bullets as officers Al-Shamie tried to enter the building.

They are yet to identify which exact individuals were unfortunately caught in the crossfire and whether or not gunshot wounds have been cited as a cause of death in any instance.

As you can see, Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson writes: “The Home Office Pathologist has advised that he has provisionally determined that one of the deceased victims would appear to have suffered a wound consistent with a gunshot injury.”

“It is currently believed that the suspect, Jihad Al Shamie, was not in possession of a firearm, and the only shots fired were from GMP’s Authorised Firearms Officers as they worked to prevent the offender from entering the synagogue and causing further harm to our Jewish community.

“It follows, therefore, that subject to further forensic examination, this injury may sadly have been sustained as a tragic and unforeseen consequence of the urgently required action taken by my officers to bring this vicious attack to an end.

“We have also been advised by medical professionals that one of the three victims currently receiving treatment in hospital, has also suffered a gunshot wound, which is mercifully not life-threatening.

“It is believed that both victims were close together behind the synagogue door, as worshippers acted bravely to prevent the attacker from gaining entry.”

Footage shared online of police apprehending Al-Shamie (a Syrian-born man granted British citizenship) also features audio of a bystander claiming he saw a bomb, with authorities later revealing that ‘suspicious items’ were found in the vicinity and a disposal unit being dispatched shortly after.

The two victims killed in Manchester tragedy at Crumpsall synagogue have now been named

Meanwhile, the other person who was hit by police gunfire is one of three who remain in a serious condition following the attack, though their identities have yet to be disclosed to the public.

Elsewhere, it appears as though the 35-year-old attacker’s father, Faraj Al-Shamie, has seemingly come out to comment on the incident.

A post on a Facebook page seemingly belonging to Faraj Al-Shamie reads: ” The news from Manchester regarding the terrorist attack targeting a Jewish synagogue has been a profound shock to us.

“The Al-Shamie family in the UK and abroad strongly condemns this heinous act, which targeted peaceful, innocent civilians.

“We fully distance ourselves from this attack and express our deep shock and sorrow over what has happened. Our hearts and thoughts are with the victims and their families, and we pray for their strength and comfort.

“We kindly request that all media outlets respect the family’s privacy during this very difficult time and refrain from using this tragic event in any context that does not reflect the truth. May God have mercy on the innocent victims, and we pray for the swift recovery of the injured.”

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Manchester synagogue attack now a confirmed terrorist incident as suspect is named

Danny Jones Danny Jones Stabbing at Jewish synagogue in Crumpsall, Manchester

A major incident has been declared by GMP and the North West Ambulance Service following a vehicular attack and subsequent stabbing at a synagogue in central Manchester, with UK police now treating the tragedy as terrorism.

At least five were said to have been initially injured during the attack, which took place in Crumpsall just outside the city limits on Thursday morning, with Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham offering “some assurance that the immediate danger appears to be over.”

The stabbing itself occurred at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue around 9:30am as local members of the Jewish community were celebrating Yom Kippur – the holiest day in the religion’s annual calendar.

It has since been revealed that the suspect – now confirmed to be Jihad al-Shamie, a suspected Islamist terrorist – was shot dead by police officers, and two people have sadly passed away as a result of their wounds. A bomb disposal was also called to the scene after ‘suspicious items’ were found in the vicinity.

Updating the public online, Greater Manchester Police said: “Police were called to the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue, on Middleton Road, Crumpsall, at 9:31am by a member of the public, stating he had witnessed a car being driven towards members of the public, & 1 man had been stabbed.

“GMP declared PLATO and a major incident at 9:37am. Shots were fired by Greater Manchester Police firearms officers at 9:38am. One man has been shot, believed to be the offender.”

Operation Plato is a set of measures carried out by the emergency services in response to large-scale incidents in the UK, including cases of suspected.

The statement goes on: “Paramedics arrived at the scene at 9:41am and are tending to members of the public, currently four members of the public with injuries caused by both the vehicle and stab wounds. Members of the public are asked to avoid the area while the police continue to deal with the incident.”

A government COBR (COBRA) meeting was quickly called in London later, with footage of local police apprehending the perpetrator behind the car and knife attack at the busy Manchester synagogue also leaking on social media.

Prime Keir Starmer quickly flew back to the UK from Copenhagen (where he was attending the 2025 European Political Community summit) after having been briefed on the situation, and has now visited the synagogue along with his wife, who is also a member of the Jewish faith.

Despite insisting that the “serious situation” was dealt with quickly and “effectively”, Mayor Burnham has also urged people to avoid the area for the time being.

As well as the two confirmed deaths, three other members of the public are still said to be in a critical condition following the deeply troubling attack. In addition to the takedown of the assailant, and now a total of three further arrests have been made.

Council Leader Bev Craig has now spoken publicly on behalf of the city of Manchester, writing: “We are all horrified by this shocking and reprehensible attack on members of Manchester’s Jewish community, on their holiest day.

“Our thoughts are with those who have been killed and seriously injured, their loved ones and with everyone who has been affected by this awful incident. We have been supporting our local community throughout the morning and offer our full support and love.”

“We will be working with GMP, Greater Manchester Combined Authority, and our local communities in the hours ahead to offer support and reassurance. Manchester stands with our Jewish community at this darkest of moments, and will come together as a city.”

Royal Family members have also issued an official statement offering support and condolences, as well as thanking the emergency services for their swift action.

Local authorities are now reportedly working with counterterror teams to search nearby houses in the error, and extra police have been dispatched to provide added security at other synagogues around the wider region.

A GMP spokesperson has gone on to add: “We know today’s horrifying attack, on the Jewish community’s holiest day, will have caused significant shock and fear throughout all of our communities.

“We’re grateful to the member of the public whose quick response to what they witnessed allowed our swift action, and as a result, the offender was prevented from entering the synagogue. We remain in direct contact with all synagogues across Greater Manchester to provide reassurance, and this will continue for as long as needed.

“We will continue to provide updates as we can, but I would ask anyone who believes they may have a loved one involved in today’s incident, [to] please use the Casualty Bureau information in the first instance.

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“I would further ask anyone who may have images or footage relating to today’s incident, [to refrain] from circulating them on social media – please do share directly with GMP.”

A police update via BBC News described the attack in Manchester as nothing short of “devastating” and one that leaves a dark mark on what would otherwise have been an important and happy day for Jewish people across the country.

Counter-terrorism Policing Assistant Commissioner, Laurence Taylor, told the British public that relevant authorities are mobilising nationwide “and fast” as the investigation progresses.

He also went on to ask civilians to remain vigilant and “be alert to what is happening in your own communities.”

With the two men killed now named as Adrian Daulby and 66-year-old Melvin Cravitz, our thoughts go out to their families, friends, and all those affected during this difficult time.

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