Israel: Emergency services responding to shooting on Road 4, on the Yavne Interchange, near Ashdod, Oct. 15

Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely on Road 4 near the Yavne Interchange, near Ashdod, following a shooting on Oct. 15. Reports indicate at least two people have been injured. Preliminary reports indicate that the suspect targeted police officers stationed at the interchange. Security forces on the ground reportedly neutralized the shooter.

Additional similar incidents cannot be ruled out over the coming days in Israel amid prevailing heightened tensions. Increased security, localized transport, and business disruptions are likely to occur while authorities investigate the incident.