A suspected terror attack in Tel Aviv’s Jaffa on Tuesday (1 October) left at least eight people dead and several others wounded. The incident occurred near a traffic crossing at a railway station in central Israel, drawing a swift response from security forces. Among those injured was also a dog, as emergency services rushed to the scene.
Israel’s Magen David Adom (MDA) emergency services confirmed that eight critically wounded individuals later succumbed to their injuries. The initial reports indicated several casualties at the scene, with authorities warning that more victims could be discovered in the aftermath of the attack.
Two armed assailants were involved in the shooting, and both were “neutralized” by security forces. Videos circulating online show the two men exiting a train with weapons before they were shot dead. Police confirmed that the attackers had been eliminated, preventing further civilian harm.
This incident has shaken the local community, with Israeli authorities on high alert for potential follow-up attacks. The attack occurred during a busy time near the train station, and security efforts are ongoing to ensure the area’s safety. Further investigations are underway to identify the assailants and determine their motives.
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