Survivor Describes Moment That 'Monster' Struck Manchester Jewish House of Worship
An individual assisting in fortifying a synagogue in the region of Manchester has recounted how a deadly attack unfolded, resulting in the deaths of two community members.
Early Thursday, a congregant was present in the Heaton Park synagogue when a perpetrator drove a vehicle toward and stabbed attendees coming together for a observance to mark the holy day.
He noted that the 'monster' perpetrator tried to bash down the entrances of the building, and he recalled securing the building with fellow attendees.
The victims, in their 50s and 60s were killed in the violence on the morning, while several more were hurt while attempting to defend worshippers.
Witness Testimony of the Violence
The individual, who serves as a leader at the synagogue, explained reinforcing the entry points and said that the attacker employed knives and garden containers to try to get in.
"I saw this great, big, evil monster shoulder charge against the entrance, trying to bash them down while armed with a blade," he explained to the media.
The sole statement that was audible was him saying 'this is what you're going to get for killing our children'.
That was all he expressed. And we were behind the doors and we were saying 'we are not letting this man in'.
He appeared as a crazed, violent individual."
Ceremony Conducted for Individual
These comments came as a large gathering were present at the funeral service for the deceased.
Close kin, members from the local Jewish community including a religious leader, and members of the Jewish population gathered in Pendlebury, Salford to honor the deceased.
Mourners crowded the cemetery forecourt, with a number waiting outdoors the prayer hall in the downpour, hearing the service and eulogy over speakers.
Through a statement shared on Friday, Mr Cravitz's family stated that he would "do anything to help anyone".
Authorities Investigation and Detentions
Local authorities reported that Mr Daulby was likely hit by officer shots as they shot the attacker soon after the incident was reported.
He, who was hailed by his relatives as a "brave individual", was present at a gathering at the temple when the attack began.
He had been a beloved brother, caring relative to his several nieces and a nephew and a cherished cousin," his loved ones added.
His loved ones are devastated by the tragic, sudden death of a kind and humble individual.
What he did at the end showed immense heroism and he remains in memory for his courageous effort."
A number of apprehensions have been made in connection with the violence, and authorities indicated that four people were still detained on the weekend.
The detained were apprehended for involvement in terrorist acts.
The suspects are a pair of males, aged 30 and 32 and both arrested in Prestwich; a 61-year-old woman arrested in Prestwich; and a 46-year-old woman apprehended elsewhere.
Other suspects were released with no further action, officials reported on the following day.
