Friendly‑fire in terror responses

Updated: 2025.10.03 18D ago 1 sources
Authorities reportedly said one of the two worshippers killed during the Manchester synagogue attack may have been accidentally shot by police while stopping the assailant. This introduces a complex operational risk: rapid neutralization can save lives yet create friendly‑fire exposure in crowded or chaotic scenes. — If confirmed, it would influence police tactics, transparency expectations, and community trust after terror incidents at religious sites.

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