Second suspect arrested after man with axe reportedly entered Manchester mosque

The Guardian - World NewsEN 2 min read 100% complete by PA MediaFebruary 26, 2026 at 12:39 PM

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A second suspect has been arrested in Manchester after a report of a man entering Manchester Central Mosque with an axe during Ramadan prayers on Tuesday evening. Police initially arrested a white man in his 50s at the scene on suspicion of possessing offensive weapons, including a hammer and axe, and class B drugs. A second man, described as black and in his 20s, was arrested on Thursday on suspicion of conspiracy to commit a section 18 assault. The first suspect remains in custody as detectives have obtained a warrant for further detention. Police stated there is no intelligence suggesting a wider threat to the community and they are not looking for additional suspects.

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