Two teenagers arrested in Manchester as part of an investigation into the death of a British man at a Texas synagogue have been released without charge, Greater Manchester Police said.
Malik Faisal Akram, 44, who was originally from Blackburn in Lancashire, was shot dead when the FBI stormed Congregation Beth Israel synagogue in Colleyville on Saturday night.
A Police statement read: “Two teenagers, who were both detained in south Manchester, have since been released without charge.”
“An address in north Manchester has been searched as part of the Counter Terrorism Policing North West investigation.”
Temporary Assistant Chief Constable Dominic Scally, of Counter Terrorism Policing North West, said: “CTP North West is continuing to assist with the investigation which is being led by US authorities.
“Overnight, constructive meetings with colleagues from the United States have taken place.
“As part of our inquiries, we’re also working with colleagues in other forces and Lancashire Police are working with communities in the Blackburn area to put measures in place to provide reassurance.”
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