Authorities shot a suspect after multiple people were attacked with a knife and a car was reportedly steered toward members of the public outside a synagogue in the Crumpsall area.
Timeline of Events
Police were alerted to the location on a local road at around half past nine in the morning after a witness reported seeing a vehicle being driven at pedestrians and a man being stabbed.
"Gunfire were discharged by armed police personnel at 9:38am. An individual has been shot, thought to be the offender," authorities stated in a official statement.
Emergency Response
Emergency medical teams reached the scene at just before 9:45 a.m. and are presently caring for members of the public, with several people suffering injuries from both the car and stab wounds.
Members of the public are being asked to avoid the area while authorities continue to manage the situation.
Local Impact
Accounts suggest a security perimeter has been set up and a key thoroughfare has been closed as police respond to the incident.
"After notifications of an occurrence on Middleton Road, the trust has sent personnel to the location. We are currently assessing the situation and working with other members of the first responders. Our main goal is to ensure people get the medical help they require as promptly as possible."
Authority Comment
Greater Manchester's mayor, the mayor, stated the "present danger appears to be over" after reports of a "significant incident".
Additional information are expected to be released soon.
