On Tuesday, a shooting incident near the Israeli city of Ashdod resulted in one fatality and four individuals sustaining injuries. The Assuta Ashdod Medical Center promptly responded to the emergency, providing medical care to the victims.
Reports from the medical center indicate that one person is in moderate condition, while two others suffered minor injuries. Tragically, one individual succumbed to their injuries upon arrival at the medical facility.
Meanwhile, the Kaplan Medical Center in Rehovot received a 37-year-old patient with a gunshot wound in his leg, underscoring the seriousness of the situation.
The shootings took place around 11:06 local time on Highway 4, a vital thoroughfare linking Ashdod and Tel Aviv, as confirmed by Israel’s emergency service Magen David Adom (MDA). The incident has rattled the region, prompting swift responses from authorities.
Israel Police spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Asi Aharoni, described the shooting as a “terror attack” in a televised statement. He reassured the public that the perpetrator has been apprehended and no longer poses a threat.
The community is grappling with the aftermath of this tragic act of violence, and our hearts go out to the victims and their families during this challenging period. Authorities are actively investigating the incident to ascertain the motives behind the attack and ensure the safety of all residents in the vicinity.
