Israel: Suspected vehicle-ramming at Nir Tzvi junction, July 14 /update 1

Heightened security is likely near the Nir Tzvi junction, located at the intersection of routes 44 and 4313 near Be'er Ya'akov and Ramla, on July 14, following an earlier security incident. Reports indicate that at least two people were wounded in a suspected vehicle ramming. Security officials in the area shot and killed the driver of the vehicle. The motive and identity of the driver is unclear. There is no known ongoing threat in the area.

Disruptions to road travel are likely near the incident site in the coming hours. Congestion is likely on alternative routes.