In a concerning incident that unfolded in Jerusalem, a 64-year-old man fell victim to a stabbing attack while waiting at a bus stop in the Neve Yaakov neighborhood, located in the northern part of the city.
The victim, whose injuries were initially assessed as ranging from light to moderate, was promptly attended to and transported to Hadassah Har HaTsofim Hospital by the Magen David Adom ambulance service. There, he was admitted to the trauma unit, remained conscious, and was reported to be in stable condition following the assault. Medical personnel are currently conducting diagnostic imaging to further evaluate his condition.
Man hurt in Jerusalem terror stabbing; Palestinian teen attacker caught https://t.co/OKKmeZyExI
ā The Times of Israel (@TimesofIsrael) March 6, 2024
The assailant, a 14-year-old resident of the predominantly Palestinian eastern section of Jerusalem, was arrested after a brief police chase. The arrest came swiftly as law enforcement officials, upon receiving reports of the attack, deployed multiple units to the area and initiated an intensive search. The Jerusalem District Police, under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner Doron Turgeman, played a pivotal role in the apprehension of the young attacker and the recovery of the weapon used in the crime.
This violent act has prompted a significant police response, including the establishment of roadblocks and a thorough sweep of the vicinity, as part of broader investigative and tactical operations being conducted in the area. The Jerusalem District command, led by Deputy Commissioner Turgeman, is actively overseeing these efforts, aiming to assess and mitigate any further threats to public safety.
A suspected terrorist was swiftly apprehended by Jerusalem District Police as he attempted to flee, following a suspected stabbing terror attack by a bus stop in the Neve Yaakov neighborhood pic.twitter.com/5NGX8cn5Pp
ā Israel Police (@israelpolice) March 6, 2024
This incident not only underscores the ongoing security challenges facing Jerusalem but also highlights the disturbing involvement of youth in such violent acts. As the community grapples with the implications of this attack, the swift response by emergency services and law enforcement officials is a testament to the city's resilience and commitment to ensuring the safety of its residents.
