A gunman shot dead after holding four hostages at a US synagogue was British, authorities believe. The terrifying attack in Colleyville, Texas was unintentionally broadcast by the place of worship which was live streaming its service on Saturday. The unnamed British national carrying could be heard on Facebook demanding to speak to convicted terrorist Aafia Siddiquid. (Image: AFP via Getty Images)Law enforcement officials earlier said that the hostage-taker demanded the release of Aafia Siddiqui, a Pakistani neuroscientist suspected of having ties to al Qaida. Law enforcement officials earlier said that the hostage-taker demanded the release of Aafia Siddiqui, a Pakistani neuroscientist suspected of having ties to al Qaida.

Source: The Star January 17, 2022 05:14 UTC