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Stabbing Attack

15-year-old terrorist eliminated after stabbing soldiers in Jerusalem

The terrorist arrived at the checkpoint on an electric bike before stabbing and lightly wounding two pedestrians. Large police forces were scrambled to the scene of the attack.

Scene of stabbing attack in Jerusalem

A 15-year-old terrorist arrived on his electric bicycle at the HaMinharot Junction at the entrance to Jerusalem at 8:15 am this morning (Wednesday). While security personnel were trying to inspect him, the terrorist pulled out a knife and began stabbing soldiers.

Armed civilians responded immediately and confronted the terrorist. In the process, IDF soldiers on the scene joined in and eliminated the attacker with no additional casualties. As a result of the attack, two security personnel were wounded from stab wounds and were evacuated in light and moderate condition respectively for further treatment.

Knife used in the attack
Knife used in the attack (Photo: Police spokesman)

MDA medics Yonatan Shor and Yosef Haim Yisraeli said: "We quickly arrived at the scene and saw a man about 25-years of age and a young woman of about 20 fully conscious with stab wounds to their limbs and upper body. We provided quick treatment in the field and evacuated them to the hospital."

Sha'are Zedek Medical Center reported: "An 18-year-old woman injured from the attack at the HaMinharot Checkpoint was brought to the trauma unit at the medical center. The victim is in light condition and was transferred for further treatment."

Israel Police Chief and Jerusalem Superintendent at the site of the attack
Israel Police Chief and Jerusalem Superintendent at the site of the attack (Photo: Police Spokesman)

"A 25-year-old man from a stabbing attack at the HaMinharot Checkpoint is being referred to the Hadassah Ein Kerem trauma unit. He is suffering from a stab wound to the head, is fully conscious and in mild condition," said the Hadassah Medical Center.
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