On Thursday, four people were injured in a violent incident outside a worship site in North-Western England. The attacker first hit a vehicle and then stabbed people with a knife. The suspect was shot by armed police officers who arrived at the scene.
The Greater Manchester Police confirmed that the attacker targeted the devotees near Hebrew Congling Hebrew Conference. However, he could not enter inside the synagogue.
The attack took place around 9:30 am local time. The time of this attack coincides with the holy day of Yom Kipping, which is considered the most sacred day of the Jewish calendar. On this day, a large number of devotees are present for prayer in the synagogues.
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Police took quick action
The police received a call at 9:31 am, stating that a car was being moved towards the common people and a person has been stabbed.
Armed officers reached the spot in a few minutes and shot the suspect at 9:38 am. The North West Ambulance Service declared the incident a ‘big event’ and immediately sent several teams to the scene.
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What is the condition of the injured?
A total of four people were injured in the incident of hitting and knife hitting the vehicle. No official confirmation has been made by the police about the current situation of the injured.
Police said the emergency response teams are still present in the area and investigation is on. Authorities have not immediately released any details about the objective behind the identity or attack of the attacker.