Authorities have identified the individual responsible for the terrorist attack at a synagogue in Crumpsall, Manchester, which occurred between 6:36 AM and 9:36 AM UTC on October 2nd, 2025. The incident, which involved a car ramming and stabbing, resulted in loss of life, with perpetrators reportedly shot and killed at the scene. The identity of the attacker was confirmed through social media channels, with one report from X (formerly Twitter) user @MiddleEast_24 circulating the name of the individual. This development follows an earlier report by Sky News detailing police response to a stabbing at the synagogue. Social media accounts had previously indicated the event was a terror attack, citing a car ramming into the building and loss of life. During the reporting window, members of the local Jewish community gathered at the scene of the attack. X user @gretamsimpson, reporting for MENnewsdesk, observed some individuals in tears and embracing, highlighting the emotional impact on the community. The full extent of casualties and the precise timeline of events are still under investigation by authorities. Further details are expected as the situation develops.
