A “major incident” has been declared as two people have been killed after an attack at a synagogue in Manchester.
A suspect has been shot dead by specialist firearms officers who were seen on video shouting at members of the public to get back saying “he has a bomb.”
Greater Manchester Police has declared a major a incident” saying it has been “declared Plato” which is code for a “marauding terror attack” used by emergency services and the police.
A white lorry with the word “Bomb Disposal” arrived at the scene and went behind the police cordon outside the synagogue and it is believed controlled explosions took place.
A police spokesman said, “A third person, a man believed to be the offender, was shot by GMP Firearms Officers and is also believed to be deceased.
“It cannot currently be confirmed due to safety issues surround suspicious items on his person. The bomb disposal unit has been called and is now at the scene.
Three other members of the public remain in a serious condition. A large number of people worshipping at the synagogue at the time of the incident, were held inside while the immediate area was made safe but have since been evacuated.
This is the Crumpsall Manchester synagogue attacker/complete with bomb belt.
Cant show the FULL minute 30 video as in bottom corner shows what looks like a BEHEADED PersonThanks to our open borders, is a whole ISLAMIC ARMY sleeper cells around country!
THANK YOU KEIR STARMER pic.twitter.com/ePyTXXfjon— Lynne 💖 (@HartStoppaUK) October 2, 2025
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,” the spokesman continued.
“We are 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.”
North West Ambulance Service said in a statement: “Following reports of an incident on Middleton Road in Crumpsall, the trust has dispatched resources to the scene.
“We are currently assessing the situation and working with other members of the emergency services.
“Our priority is to ensure people receive the medical help they need as quickly as possible.”
A tearful young boy is comforted outside the synagogue where two Jews were murdered going to pray on the holiest day of the Jewish calendar.
How is this Britain in 2025? The heart shatters. pic.twitter.com/dK9poG9EaY
— Rachel Moiselle (@RachelMoiselle) October 2, 2025
Sir Keir Starmer wrote in a statement to X: “I’m appalled by the attack at a synagogue in Crumpsall.
“The fact that this has taken place on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, makes it all the more horrific.
“My thoughts are with the loved ones of all those affected, and my thanks go to the emergency services and all the first responders.”
The Prime Minister said before flying back to the UK from Copenhagen, “The attack in Manchester this morning is absolutely shocking, and all of our thoughts are with those affected.
“I am on my way back to London. When I arrive, I will chair an emergency Cobra meeting. I’m already able to say that additional police assets are being deployed to synagogues across the country, and we will do everything to keep our Jewish community safe.
“I’ve spoken to Mark Gardner of the CST [Community Security Trust], and Andy Burnham, the mayor of Manchester.
“I want to thank the emergency services for the speed of their response.”
