Israel: Vehicle-ramming incident kills one and injures five near Maccabim Aug. 31

Event

Heightened security is likely over the coming hours along the Jerusalem-Tel Aviv Route 443 highway near Maccabim, Israel, after a vehicle-ramming incident Aug. 31. Reports indicate at least one person was killed and five others were injured. Security forces shot and detained the perpetrator following the ramming incident.

Transport and business disruptions are likely around the scene of the incident over the coming hours. Additional attacks are possible amid prevailing heightened tensions.

Context

Israeli security forces regularly foil attempted stabbing, shooting, and car-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 scene of the incident due to likely increased security and localized traffic disruptions. Heed the instructions of security personnel.