Border Police neutralize suspect in possible terror stabbing near Jerusalem
Border Police identified the suspect as he approached the checkpoint on foot from the West Bank and brandished a knife at the officers, prompting police to open fire and neutralize the suspect.
A suspect in a potential terrorist attack at the tunnel crossing near Jerusalem was neutralized Wednesday afternoon, the Israeli army and Israeli police confirmed.
No injuries were reported and members of the IDF and police are on the scene investigating the incident.
Border police identified the suspect who was approaching the checkpoint on foot from the West Bank and, during a security check, brandished a knife at the officers.
The police opened fire and neutralized the suspect.
IDF fights terrorism in Israel
The IDF’s Judean Brigade launched a large-scale counterterrorism operation this month in the Jabal Johar neighborhood of Hebron, aimed at dismantling terrorist infrastructure, eradicating illegal weapons possession and strengthening security in the region.
The operation is expected to continue for several days. During this period, residents may hear sounds of explosions and observe increased movements of IDF forces throughout the area.
According to the IDF spokesperson, “security forces will continue to act proactively to counter terrorism throughout the West Bank.”
