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Man Charged Over Manchester Synagogue Attack

Hekmat Omar Ali Hakim faces charges for failing to disclose information related to the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation synagogue incident.

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Hekmat Omar Ali Hakim, 49, has been charged with failing to disclose information regarding terrorist activity.
The attack claimed the lives of two worshippers, Melvin Cravitz and Adrian Daulby, during Yom Kippur.
Jihad Al-Shamie, 35, the attacker, reportedly drove into the synagogue gates before carrying out a knife attack, wearing a fake suicide belt; police gunfire killed him at the scene.
Three other men sustained injuries in the attack but have since been released from hospital.
Hakim, an Iraqi national, has been remanded in custody and will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court.
Rob Potts confirmed that officers from Counter Terrorism Policing North West charged a man with failing to disclose information regarding terrorist activity.
Potts added that this charge directly relates to the terrorist attack which took place at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue last October.

This charge directly relates to the terrorist attack which took place at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue last October.

Rob Potts
Counter Terrorism Policing North West stated the charge follows a meticulous investigation.
Potts' thoughts remain with all those affected by the attack, particularly the bereaved loved ones and survivors.
Survivors and bereaved families have received updates on the charge, with Potts confirming ongoing support.
Potts affirmed the unwavering commitment to the investigation, stating that since the attack took place, they have been unwavering in their commitment to establishing the full picture behind the incident and identifying anybody who may have been involved in any way.
Rob Potts indicated that Since the attack took place, they have been unwavering in their commitment to establishing the full picture behind the incident and identifying anybody who may have been involved in any way.