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Man arrested for entering Manchester mosque allegedly carrying axe and knife


Witness claims suspect entered mosque during Ramadan evening prayers armed with axe

Police in Manchester have arrested a suspect after he allegedly entered Manchester Central Mosque with an axe and a knife.

Police were called at about 8.40pm to reports that two men had entered Manchester Central Mosque on Upper Park Roadand were acting suspiciously.

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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/feb/25/man-arrested-entering-manchester-central-mosque-allegedly-weapon

Author : Hannah Al-Othman and Maya Yang

Publish date : 2026-02-25 12:44:00

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