He is the seventh person to be arrested in the investigation
17:08, 29 Nov 2025Updated 18:52, 29 Nov 2025
Emergency services at the scene of an incident at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation(Image: PA)
Police investigating the terrorist attack at Heaton Park synagogue last month have issued an update after making another arrest this week. Counter terror police swooped at Manchester Airport on Thursday (November 27) to arrest a seventh person as part of their probe.
The 31-year-old man was detained on suspicion of commission, preparation and instigation of acts of terrorism after arriving on an inbound flight. Greater Manchester Police have now announced that the suspect will remain in custody for up to seven days.
It comes after the force was granted a warrant of further detention which means that the suspect can be held in custody for up to a week from his arrest. This means he can remain in custody for questioning until Thursday, December 4.
The swoop at Manchester Airport brings the total number of people arrested in connection with the investigation to seven. A 30-year-old man arrested on October 9 on suspicion of failing to disclose information contrary to S38B of the Terrorism Act 2000 remains on bail.
The terrorist, Jihad Al Shamie, who targeted Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation on October 2, was killed by police at the scene. Adrian Daulby and Melvin Cravitz died, and three other men were treated in hospital for serious injuries. They have since been released.
Following the latest arrest on Thursday (November 29), Assistant Chief Constable Rob Potts, who holds operational responsibility for Counter Terrorism Policing North West, said: “At around midday today, officers from Counter Terrorism Policing North West arrested a 31-year-old man in connection with the appalling terrorist attack that took place at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue.
“The man was arrested at Manchester Airport after arriving on an inbound flight and has been taking into custody for questioning. The loved ones of Mr Daulby and Mr Cravitz have been updated on this development, as have those who were seriously injured in the attack.
“Our investigation is continuing, and I would once again appeal for anyone with information that they think could assist our enquiries to please come forward. We are also still seeking to identify and speak to anyone who was present at the time of the incident or the immediate aftermath so that we can ensure they have access to all the welfare support options that are available to witnesses.
“If you believe you may have been one of those witnesses or have information that could help us identify them then please contact us via the Major Incident Public Portal or by calling 0161 856 3946.”