Overview
A man arrested in connection with the Crumpsall synagogue attack in Manchester has been rearrested at Manchester Airport. The Metropolitan Police and Greater Manchester Police have provided updates on the developing case as investigators pursue information related to the incident and possible terrorism involvement.
Arrest history and current status
The 30-year-old man was detained at 12:34pm on Thursday on suspicion of failing to disclose information about an act of terrorism, according to Greater Manchester Police. He had earlier been arrested on 2 October on suspicion of the commission, preparation and instigation of acts of terrorism following the terror attack in Crumpsall the previous week. After this latest intervention, the suspect has been released on bail with conditions while inquiries continue.
The attack in Crumpsall
The incident began when a man, later identified in media reports as Jihad Al-Shamie (35), is alleged to have conducted a deadly rampage during Yom Kippur prayers. He rang 999 during the attack and pledged allegiance to the so-called Islamic State terror group. The assailant drove his car into a crowd of people gathered for the Jewish holy day, then proceeded with a knife attack and attempted to storm a synagogue wearing what appeared to be a fake suicide belt. He was shot dead by armed officers as they confronted him near the building.
Victims and police response
Two men died as a result of the attack: a 66-year-old father of three, Melvin Cravitz, and a 53-year-old, Adrian Daulby, who was believed to have been inadvertently shot by police while attempting to block the synagogue doors to prevent further entry by the attacker. The immediate aftermath saw significant police activity, with officers on duty at the scene and an investigation into the events surrounding the casualties.
Police watchdog and ongoing review
In a later update, the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) said that it had found no evidence of misconduct in the police actions taken during the incident. Despite this finding, the three Greater Manchester Police officers who fired their weapons remain as witnesses in the ongoing review. The IOPC emphasised that their status in the inquiry is being treated as part of the standard investigative process, with the case still under examination.
What comes next for investigators
With a rearrest on record and continued inquiries into potential links to terrorist activity, investigators are likely to pursue further information disclosures, review security footage, and interrogate any associates connected to the suspect. Authorities have stressed that all steps are being taken with caution to determine whether there was any broader conspiracy or additional accomplices involved in the attack.
Community impact and public safety
The Manchester community continues to process the trauma of the attack, and authorities have reiterated their commitment to public safety and upholding the rule of law. Local religious and civic leaders have called for calm, emphasizing solidarity and resilience in the face of violence. Law enforcement agencies maintain that they will act decisively against any threats while protecting the rights and safety of residents.
Conclusion
As the investigation unfolds, the rearrest at Manchester Airport underscores the ongoing nature of intelligence work in counter-terrorism cases. With the IOPC review proceeding and bail conditions in place for the suspect, police say they will continue to pursue all necessary lines of inquiry to establish the facts surrounding the attack.
