Counterterrorism Arrests in Manchester
Two Men Arrested in Manchester During Counterterrorism Operation by Police
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Witnesses reported seeing six unmarked police cars, plain-clothed officers wearing snoods and two men handcuffed on the ground during the arrests.
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In Salford, the Lancaster Road cordon extended near Eccles Old Road and the junction with Cholmondeley Road, while Voltaire Avenue was also blocked; photographs showed Tactical Aid Unit vans at the scene.
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Counter Terrorism Policing said it would provide reassurance, protective-security advice and support to communities, and urged anyone with suspicious information to report it through gov.uk/ACT or the Anti-Terrorist Hotline on 0800 789 321.
British counter-terrorism police arrested two men in Manchester on Sunday afternoon in connection with a suspected plot to attack the city's Jewish community. The Guardian reported that officers stopped what police believe was an "imminent" attack after a months-long investigation. The men, aged in their 20s and 30s, were taken into custody on Newton Street in the city center at about 2:45 p.m.
The operation involved Counter Terrorism Policing London, Counter Terrorism Policing North West, and Greater Manchester Police. Witnesses saw six unmarked cars, plainclothes officers, and the two men handcuffed on the ground. Times of Israel confirmed both men remain in custody. Police said there is no wider threat to the public and declined further comment while the investigation continues.
Months-Long Investigation Culminates in Sunday Arrests
The arrests came after several months of counterterrorism work. The Guardian reported that police had been tracking the suspected plot with significant urgency. The operation was large enough to draw multiple police units to Manchester's city center. Officers established a wide cordon and deployed numerous vehicles and personnel. Peebleshire News noted the men faced arrest under Section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000, which covers suspected terrorism offences.
Dramatic Scenes as Police Move Across Manchester and Salford
The Sunday afternoon operation saw significant police presence in two locations. On Newton Street in Manchester's Northern Quarter, witnesses reported seeing plainclothes officers wearing snoods and six unmarked police cars. A linked response also occurred on Lancaster Road in Salford, where Tactical Aid Unit vans were deployed. The cordon near Eccles Old Road and Cholmondeley Road extended across several streets. Voltaire Avenue was also blocked during the operation.
Police Seek Public Information on Suspected Terrorist Activity
Counter Terrorism Policing said it would provide reassurance and protective-security advice to affected communities. The force urged anyone with suspicious information to report it immediately. People can contact authorities through gov.uk/ACT or call the Anti-Terrorist Hotline at 0800 789 321. Jerusalem Post noted that police continue to urge vigilance from the public as the investigation proceeds.
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