Manchester synagogue attack: Police carry out controlled explosion of suspect's car
Greater Manchester police have reportedly carried out a controlled explosion of the Manchester synagogue attacker’s car, while it is also believed that arrests have been made.
According to The Guardian, police have carried out a controlled explosion of the suspect’s car in the past hour, while a police source has also confirmed that other arrests had taken place, but they were unable to say exactly how many. More policing activity, however, is still ongoing in the area.
In a statement, Greater Manchester Police said: “We can confirm three people have died, including the offender, who was shot by GMP Firearms officers. In response to today’s major incident in Crumpsall, a loud noise was heard at the scene as specialist resources gained entry to the suspect’s vehicle as a precaution.
“There is no risk to the public and ongoing activity in relation to this major incident can be expected as we continue our enquiries. People are urged to avoid the area and speak to our officers if they have any concerns. We have officers deployed across key sites in the local area.
“We can confirm three people have died, including the offender, who was shot by GMP Firearms officers. If you are worried about family or friends who may be involved in today’s incident at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue, you can call the Casualty Bureau on 0800 056 0154 or complete the online form here: Public Portal”
According to the BBC, the Prime Minister will chair a meeting of the emergency COBR (Cobra) committee in the next couple of hours.