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Man arrested at airport in connection with synagogue attack
On the morning of October 2 Jihad Al-Shami launched his attack on the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in North Manchester.
Detectives have today announced that they arrested a 31-year-old man on suspicion of commission, preparation and instigation of acts of terrorism after arriving on an inbound flight.
Assistant Chief Constable Rob Potts, who holds operational responsibility for Counter Terrorism Policing North West, said: “At around midday today, officers from Counter Terrorism Policing North West arrested a 31-year-old man in connection with the appalling terrorist attack that took place at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue.
“The man was arrested at Manchester Airport after arriving on an inbound flight and has been taken into custody for questioning.”
Two men, Adrian Daulby and Melvin Cravitz, were killed during the attack, while three others were treated in hospital with serious injuries.
Al-Shami himself was also killed during the attack, while two of the injured men have since been released from hospital.
Officers say the 31-year-old man arrested at the airport remains in custody for questioning.
This brings the total number of people arrested in connection with the investigation to seven.
A 30-year-old man was arrested on October 9 on suspicion of failing to disclose information contrary to S38B of the Terrorism Act 2000 remains on bail.
Police have appealed for anyone who believes they may have been a witness to come forward.
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ACC Potts said: “The loved ones of Mr Daulby and Mr Cravitz have been updated on this development, as have those who were seriously injured in the attack.
“Our investigation is continuing, and I would once again appeal for anyone with information that they think could assist our enquiries to please come forward.
“We are also still seeking to identify and speak to anyone who was present at the time of the incident or the immediate aftermath so that we can ensure they have access to all the welfare support options that are available to witnesses.”
“If you believe you may have been one of those witnesses or have information that could help us identify them then please contact us via the Major Incident Public Portal or by calling 0161 856 3946.”
