01 Oct 2024 | 05:44 PM UTC
Israel: Shooting incident in in Tel Aviv kills at least eight people and wounds several others as of late Oct. 1 /update 2
Authorities neutralize two assailants after shooting kills at least eight people in Tel Aviv, Israel, as of late Oct. 1. Avoid the area.
Security forces have neutralized two assailants who were involved in a mass shooting event on Jerusalem Boulevard in Tel Aviv late Oct. 1. The shooting, which occurred near a light rail station, killed at least eight people and wounded multiple others. Emergency services remain at the scene and are continuing their investigation. Although the identities of the shooters have as yet not been released, authorities suspect the incident to have been terrorism-related.
Heightened security and disruptions to transport and business are likely in the affected area over the coming hours.
Avoid the incident site until authorities have secured the area and given the all-clear. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area and any related disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
