The family of Adrian Daulby, 53, who died in the Manchester synagogue attack, have described him as a "hero" who "tragically lost his life in the act of courage to save others".
Mr Daulby was accidentally shot yesterday by police responding to the attack.
The attack outside the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Crumpsall, Manchester, claimed the lives of two people, and three others remain in hospital.
His family continued describing him as "a lovely down to earth man".
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The family said: "Adrian Daulby was a hero and tragically lost his life in the act of courage to save others.
"He was a beloved brother, loving uncle to his four nieces and one nephew and a cherished cousin.
"The family is shocked by the tragic, sudden death of such a lovely down to earth man. His final act was one of profound courage, and he will forever be remembered for his heroic act on Thursday, October 2, 2025."
Greater Manchester Police say it is "currently believed that Adrian's injury may sadly have been sustained as a tragic and unforeseen consequence of the urgently required action taken by our officers to bring a vicious attack to an end".
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The family of Adrian Daulby have described him as a 'hero'
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Melvin Cravitz, 66, was also killed in the terrorist attack.
Coordinator of the casualty response Detective Chief Superintendent Lewis Hughes said: "My deepest sympathies are with Mr Daulby and Mr Cravitz's loved ones at this extremely hard time.
"Whilst there are processes which must be followed, we commit to being mindful of cultural preferences and sensitivities and to ensuring that these men and their loved ones' wishes are respected."
In a statement to social media, a relative of Mr Daulby said: "As Adrian's family, we are heartbroken by his passing.
Emergency workers lay down flowers at the vigil
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"We kindly ask for privacy at this time as we grieve and seek the answers we need. Thank you for your understanding and respect."
During a vigil for the victims, Justice Secretary David Lammy was booed by members of the crowd, with shouts of "shame on you".
One person shouted at Mr Lammy as he made his address, saying: "You caused this."
Another individual said: "My children's school was closed today - you allowed this to happen".
Locals held up a banner reading 'No more words, we demand action' at the terror attack vigil
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In his address, the Deputy Prime Minister said: "We cannot, we must not let them divide us. We must show them who we really are.
"Not what they want us to become or believe, but Britain's true nature."
Rabbi Daniel Walker paid thanks during the vigil to "one of the heroes" who is recovering with two others in hospital.
He said: "We remember Adrian and Melvin, truly wonderful, special men whose lives were so truly snatched from them as they tried to pray as Jews on the holiest day of the year on Yom Kippur."
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