🔗 Share this article Witness Recounts Time When 'Monster' Attacked Manchester Jewish House of Worship An individual who helped fortifying a synagogue in northern Manchester has recounted how a deadly attack unfolded, leading to the demise of a pair of community members. That Thursday, Alan Levy was present in the Heaton Park synagogue when an attacker rammed a car into and stabbed attendees assembling for a ceremony to commemorate the holy day. He explained that the 'evil' individual sought to break down the entryways of the building, and he recalled barricading the structure with additional worshippers. The victims, in their 50s and 60s died in the violence on the morning, while three others were injured while trying to protect others. Survivor Testimony of the Incident Mr Levy, who is a leader at the synagogue, recounted reinforcing the doors and noted that the attacker wielded blades and plant pots to try to get in. "I saw this great, big, evil monster ram in the front doors, seeking to force them open while armed with a blade," he explained to the media. "The only thing I heard was him saying 'this is what you're going to get for killing our children'. That was all I heard him say. We remained within the synagogue and we were declaring 'we are not letting this man in'. He acted like a crazed, violent individual." Memorial Service Conducted for Deceased The comments coincided with many individuals attended the funeral service for Mr Cravitz. Close kin, members from the synagogue group including Rabbi Daniel Walker, and members of the Jewish population assembled in Pendlebury, Salford to honor the deceased. Those present occupied the burial ground, with many gathering outdoors the ceremony space in the downpour, following the service and eulogy over speakers. In a tribute shared on the following day, the victim's loved ones expressed that he was always willing to assist. Law Enforcement Investigation and Arrests Law enforcement stated that the individual may have been hit by officer shots as they engaged the assailant soon after the alarm was raised. He, who was recognized by his relatives as a "courageous person", was attending a service at the synagogue when the attack began. "He was a beloved brother, loving uncle to his four nieces and one nephew and a valued relative," his loved ones stated. "The family is stunned by the tragic, sudden death of a kind and humble individual. What he did at the end demonstrated great bravery and he will forever be remembered for his brave deed." Several arrests have been made in connection with the attack, and police indicated that four people remained in custody on Sunday morning. Each of them were detained for involvement in terrorist acts. The individuals detained are a pair of males, aged 30 and 32 and both arrested in Prestwich; a older woman arrested in Prestwich; and a 46-year-old woman arrested in Farnworth. Other suspects were released with no additional charges, officials announced on Saturday.