Greater Manchester Synagogue Attack Victims Named

Two individuals fatally injured in an assault on a religious center in Manchester have been revealed by authorities as 53-year-old Adrian Daulby, and Melvin Cravitz, 66.

Three additional individuals remain in hospital with critical wounds after the attacker drove a vehicle into individuals before attacking with a knife on the morning of the incident.

The violent incident, which police have said was a act of terrorism, occurred on Judaism's holiest day, the holiest day in the Jewish tradition.

The attacker, who was fatally shot at the site, was a thirty-five-year-old UK national of Syrian heritage who was not on record to counter-terrorism authorities, according to government sources.

Official Statements

"Right now our hearts are shattered," the UK's Chief Rabbi declared.

Speaking to a prominent media outlet, he remarked: "The tragic incident was an awful blow to us, something which actually we were fearing might happen because of the build up."

The attack was not only "a profoundly troubling moment" for Jewish citizens nationwide "but for the entire nation," he continued.

Security Measures

"The government's duty is to guarantee our Jewish population, our people can live their lives with safety and security," the Home Secretary declared.

"I do not want Jewish citizens in our country to believe they must live a limited religious practice, that they cannot conduct their affairs and practice their faith and visit their worship places in liberty," she added.

The attacker was not identified to terrorism investigators, she informed broadcasters, and it was "not yet possible" to say if there was a terror network behind the attack.

Ongoing Probe

The police investigation was "moving forward quickly" and there was an increased police presence at religious institutions across the UK.

"The government does provide protective measures," the official stated, adding: "It will be necessary to examine what more we can do to combat growing religious prejudice."

Greater Manchester police announced they were supporting the families of the two deceased individuals.

"My deepest sympathies are with Mr Daulby and Mr Cravitz's loved ones at this incredibly difficult period," law enforcement leadership declared.

He indicated that designated family representatives were in touch with relatives and would provide ongoing help through the coronial process.

"Although procedures exist which need compliance, we pledge to remain sensitive of cultural preferences and needs and to guaranteeing that these men and their loved ones' wishes are honored," he continued, stating that the two men were from Crumpsall.

Post-mortems are being conducted on Friday, as confirmed by government statements.