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Cops shoot, injure East Jerusalemite who aimed pistol at them during chase

Police officers in East Jerusalem shot and injured a 28-year-old man after he allegedly aimed a pistol at them during a chase. The incident began when officers suspected the man of possessing illegal weapons and attempted to stop his vehicle. After fleeing by car and then on foot near the Silwan neighborhood, the suspect reportedly brandished a firearm at the pursuing officers, prompting them to open fire. The man was taken to the hospital in serious condition, and police have seized the weapon. Authorities state the incident is criminal in nature and not related to terrorism, with an investigation underway.

Original article source: https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/cops-shoot-injure-east-jerusalemite-who-aimed-pistol-at-them-during-chase/
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