🔗 Share this article Manchester Synagogue Attack: A Casualty Was Likely Fired Upon by Police During a tragic turn of events, one of the victims lost at the Manchester synagogue assault is believed to have been shot dead by law enforcement personnel. Police Announcement Confirms Firearm Injury The senior officer of Greater Manchester Police announced that a forensic expert has initially concluded the man succumbed to a gunshot wound. “Overnight, we have taken advice from forensic specialists before detailed autopsies scheduled for later today. The expert has advised that preliminary findings show one of the deceased victims would appear to have suffered a wound matching a gunshot injury.” Suspect Details The assailant, Jihad al-Shamie, was not carrying a firearm, and all discharged rounds were by authorized firearms personnel on site. Authorities think the deceased was part of the group behind the synagogue door seeking to prevent the attacker from gaining entry. Consequences of Police Action “It follows therefore pending additional analysis, this injury was unfortunately incurred as a tragic and unforeseen consequence of the urgently required action employed by our personnel to bring this vicious attack to an end.” Names Released Both individuals who lost their lives during the synagogue incident in north Manchester earlier this week were identified as 53-year-old Adrian Daulby and 66-year-old Melvin Cravitz. These individuals were killed when a vehicle was employed to ram into the grounds of the local Jewish place of worship, then stabbed worshippers in a six-minute rampage that concluded after police with firearms fired upon him, ending his life near the synagogue entrance. Additional Injuries Three more people were seriously injured in the violent act on Yom Kippur, the most sacred occasion in the Jewish calendar. The chief constable added, “We have also been advised that one of the three victims currently receiving treatment has also suffered a firearm injury, which is fortunately non-fatal. It is believed the two individuals were near each other at the entrance, as attendees showed courage to stop the assailant from getting inside.” Ongoing Assistance “We extend our condolences remain with all of the families, and the wider community, touched by this incident across Greater Manchester and beyond. Trained personnel are providing support and care for everyone involved, including our brave first responders.” Attacker Profile Authorities identified the attacker as the individual, 35, a British citizen of Syrian origin. Local law enforcement said that three other people – two male suspects and an older female – had been detained “on suspicion of commission, preparation and instigation of terrorist activities”. More details to follow ...