PT: Heightened security likely in Carmel following a shooting that injured one person late Sept. 15; suspect remains at large

Event

Heightened security measures are likely near the Carmel settlement in the West Bank over the coming hours following a shooting that has left one person injured, late Sept. 15. The suspect remains at large; authorities have issued a shelter-in-place order as they are attempting to locate and apprehend the perpetrator. Authorities have also closed all roads in the area.

Localized transport disruptions are possible around the incident site over the coming hours. Israeli security forces will probably maintain a state of heightened vigilance across the West Bank through at least early Sept. 16 to mitigate the risks of copycat attacks.

Context

Israeli security forces regularly foil attempted stabbing, shooting, and vehicle-ramming incidents in Jerusalem and throughout the West Bank. The threat of such incidents increases during periods of heightened tensions surrounding controversial political developments or anniversaries marking key events.

Advice

Avoid the affected area until authorities give the all-clear. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the incident site and any related disruptions. Exercise heightened vigilance if operating in the West Bank. Adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.