BREAKING NEWS: Victims Identified in Manchester Synagogue Attack
Two men have been killed in a terrorist incident at the Heaton Park Congregation Synagogue in Manchester, police confirm. The victims are Adrian Daulby, 53, and Melvin Cravitz, 66.
The attack occurred on Thursday morning during Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish religious calendar. A car was rammed into people before others were stabbed, leaving three others with serious injuries.
Police have identified the attacker as Jihad Al-Shamie, a 35-year-old British citizen of Syrian descent. He was shot dead at the scene and is not believed to be known to counter-terrorism police.
The UK's Chief Rabbi, Sir Ephraim Mirvis, described the attack as "an awful blow" to the Jewish community in Britain. The incident has sent shockwaves across the country.
This is a developing story with ongoing updates expected from authorities. We will provide further information as it becomes available.
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