01 Oct 2024 | 05:05 PM UTC
Israel: Shooting incident in in Tel Aviv leaves at least nine people wounded as of late Oct. 1 /update 1
Authorities neutralize two assailants after shooting wounds nine 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 train station, wounded nine people; four of the victims are reportedly in critical condition. 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 a militant attack.
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.
