ONE of the Manchester synagogue attack victims suffered a “single but fatal gunshot” wound after armed police officers raced to the scene of the terrorist attack.
The Independent Office for Conduct (IOPC) confirmed that the wounds suffered by one of the victims – Adrian Daulby – was caused by a police issued firearm.
Manchester synagogue attacker Jihad Al-Shamie
The 35-year-old was on police bail accused of rape when he carried out the car and knife terror attack in Manchester on Thursday
Work is ongoing by a ballistics expert to understand how the victim of the Crumpsall synagogue attack received the injury.
The three armed coppers who responded to the horror attack are being treated as “witnesses” to the , which remains ongoing.
IOPC director Emily Barry said: “This was a tragic incident in which innocent people lost their lives, and others were seriously injured.
“Families, and the wider community, are grieving the loss of loved ones following this act of senseless violence.
“As is standard in cases like this, we have gathered a significant amount of evidence as we piece together the events surrounding officers’ use of lethal force during the attack.
“At the same time, Counter Policing continues to work tirelessly to investigate the attack – and we are working alongside them to ensure both investigations can progress as smoothly and efficiently as possible.
“We have also been in contact with Mr Daulby’s family, along with the other man injured in the incident and his family, to explain our role and will continue to provide support as needed.”
The IOPCs investigation will look at whether police officers responding to the incident may have caused or contribute to the death of Mr Daulby.
The independent regulator will also look into “any role the police may have played in the injuries suffered by the other man who suffered a non-fatal gunshot wound during the incident.”
The watchdog said it had also received a further referral from Greater Police in relation to prior contact with the attacker, Al-Shamie.
In December 2024 an allegation of rape was made against him.
Officials from the IOPC said: “We are currently assessing the available information to determine whether an investigation into this matter is required.”
Greater Police Chief Constable, Sir Stephen Watson, said that he welcomed that the police watchdog had found that “no misconduct is apparent” in the force’s response to the horrific attack.
“Following the horrendous terrorist attack on Thursday October 2 2025, Greater Manchester Police has been inundated with messages of thanks and support for the actions that our brave officers took to prevent further harm to our Jewish community who were inside and around the Heaton Park Synagogue,” Sir Stephen said.
“I welcome this continued support and acknowledge the fact that the IOPC have today confirmed their finding that no misconduct is apparent in the actions required of our officers in bringing this dreadful attack to an end.
Forensic teams work at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation synagogue
Floral tributes are left at the scene of the attack
“These findings relate to the death of the terrorist and to the tragic death of Mr Adrian Daulby; and the injury sustained by another courageous member of the congregation.
“Our thoughts will always be with the families and loved ones of those directly affected by this tragedy together with the wider community across Greater Manchester and beyond.
“Our significant presence and determination to protect everyone from all faith communities across our city region will continue unabated.
“GMP is committed to openness, transparency and candour in respect of all our previous dealings with the terrorist.
“We have therefore asked the IOPC to include this aspect in their ongoing review.
“This includes previous reports of harassment, and an arrest for reports of rape over the past year, for which he was on bail at the time of the attack.”
Armed police officers were among the first to arrive at the scene of the horrific attack 
