Manchester assault newest: Jihad Al-Shamie influenced by ‘extremist Islamist ideology’ as three extra arrested | EUROtoday

Police have shared extra details about the suspect and the assault, however have pressured the investigation remains to be in its early levels.

“We have been told from witness accounts that a man was seen acting suspiciously outside the synagogue before he was confronted by security and walked away, Head of Counter Terrorism Policing Laurence Taylor said.

“Based on the information we have at this time, we don’t believe this was reported to Greater Manchester Police because the man had left the area.

“Around 15 minutes later, the individual returned in a vehicle and began his horrific attack.

“There were a large number of worshippers in attendance but thanks to the bravery of security staff, worshippers and the fast action of the police, the attacker was prevented from gaining access.

“Adrian Daulby, 53, and Melvin Cravitz, 66, sadly died. Three other men remain in hospital with serious injuries.

“We believe the suspect, who died at the scene, was 35-year-old Jihad Al-Shamie. A suspicious device that was attached to his torso was assessed and we can confirm it was a fake.

“Based on some fast time assessments conducted on our systems, this individual does not appear to be known to Counter Terrorism Policing, however he does have a non-CT related criminal history. This includes a recent arrest for rape, which resulted in him being bailed.”

Police have mentioned the suspect was influenced by “extreme Islamist ideology” as three addition individuals are arrested.

“We believe Al-Shamie may have been influenced by extreme Islamist ideology. Establishing the full circumstances of the attack is likely to take some time,” Head of Counter Terrorism Policing Laurence Taylor mentioned.

“We have now arrested three further people, one man and two women, aged between 18 and mid-40s. This brings the number of people in custody arrested on suspicion of commission, preparation and instigation of acts of terrorism to six.

“We will be seeking warrants of further detention for all six individuals and will seek to issue an update on this later.”

A minute’s silence might be held at Old Trafford on Saturday throughout Manchester United’s match towards Sunderland in tribute to the victims of Thursday’s terror assault within the metropolis.

The PA information company understands gamers can even put on black armbands as a mark of respect for the 2 males who died within the assault on the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Crumpsall.

Three individuals stay in hospital with critical accidents.

United head coach Ruben Amorim mentioned: “It’s a crazy world that we are living in the moment, a lot of these things are happening.

“Of course, our sympathy is for the victims and we will pay tribute tomorrow. But it is a crazy world in this moment.”

The household of Melvin Cravitz have paid tribute to the “kind and caring man” who was killed in yesterday’s terror assault.

The 66-year-old, from Crumpsall, was the safety guard who labored on the synagogue and stopped the attacker from coming into the constructing.

His household mentioned in a tribute: “Melvin would do anything to help anyone. He was so kind, caring and always wanted to chat and get to know people.

“He was devoted to his wife, family and loved his food. He will be sorely missed by his wife, family, friends and community.

“We ask for privacy as we try to come to terms with this shocking loss.”

Sir Keir Starmer has written an opinion piece within the Jewish Chronicle this night, through which he tells individuals planning to protest this weekend to “respect the grief of British Jews”.

The Met Police have requested organisers of a pro-Palestine protest deliberate for Saturday in London to be cancelled.

Defend our Juries have mentioned the motion will go forward as deliberate, saying “cancelling peaceful protests lets terror win”.

The prime minister wrote: “I know that planned protests over the weekend, just a few days before the anniversary of the October 7 attacks, as well as in the shadow of the Manchester attack, will cause distress,

“Peaceful protest is a cornerstone of our democracy – and there is justified concern about the suffering in Gaza – but a minority have used these protests as a pretext for stoking antisemitic tropes.

“I urge anyone thinking about protesting this weekend to recognise and respect the grief of British Jews this week.

“This is a moment of mourning. It is not a time to stoke tension and cause further pain.”

Friends of one of many victims of the assault, Melvin Cravitz, have paid tribute to the 66-year-old.

Andy Kordas, who lived near Mr Cravitz for a few years, mentioned he final noticed him two days in the past and he “always had a kind word”.

The 71-year-old mentioned: “He always used to come over and have a chat and ask me what I was up to.

“He all the time had a smile on his face. It’s simply horrible.”

Another neighbour, Bilal Ahmad, said Mr Cravitz was a “very good man” and “very calm”.

“He would all the time say hey if you got here previous,” the 55-year-old mentioned.