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At least four people have been injured in an attack near a synagogue outside Manchester

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has acknowledged being "dismayed" by the attack and stressed that the celebration of Yom Kippur, the most sacred day for Jews, is "even more appalling."

Copenhagen (Denmark), 02/10/2025.- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer speaks to the media upon arrival prior to the 7th meeting of the European Political Community (EPC) in Copenhagen, Denmark, 02 October 2025. The summit, bringing together leaders from across the continent, will focus on defense and support for Ukraine, the security situation in Europe, including economic security and migration. (Dinamarca, Ucrania, Copenhague) EFE/EPA/IDA MARIE ODGAARD DENMARK OUT
Keir Starmer. Photo: EFE

At least four people have been injured after being hit by a car and stabbed in the vicinity of a synagogue in the English town of Crumpsall, outside Manchester.

The events took place shortly after 9:30 (local time). Emergency services have treated four people, at least one of whom has stab wounds.

Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has told the BBC that the attack is over and "the imminent danger appears to have passed," but the police have advised the population to avoid the area.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer acknowledged that  du is "disappointed" by the attack and stressed that the fact that it took place on Yom Kippur Day, the most sacred day for Jews, is "even more appalling."

The British Prime Minister has anticipated his return from Copenhagen, where he was participating in a meeting of leaders of the European Political Community, to chair a meeting of the COBR committee earlier this afternoon to discuss emergency situations, the BBC reported.

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