2 killed in terrorist attack at Manchester synagogue on Yom Kippur

Incident Summary - A terrorist attack occurred at a synagogue on Yom Kippur [1] - The attacker rammed his car into worshippers and attacked them with a bladed weapon [3] - The attacker was identified as Jiad al-Shami, a 35-year-old British citizen of Syrian descent [2] - The attacker was wearing a vest that appeared to be an explosive device [4] Casualties and Impact - Two men from Manchester's Jewish community were killed, and three others were seriously injured [2] - The attack occurred around 9:31 a m [2] - Locals reported that mainly children and elderly people were inside the synagogue during the attack [3] - Synagogues across the US are on high alert [5] Investigation and Response - Police shot the attacker, who is still alive [1] - Three other people (two men in their 30s, one woman in her 60s) were arrested in Manchester on suspicion of preparing an act of terrorism [6] - Police are investigating whether the attacker was a lone wolf or part of a larger organization [6]