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Central Israel: Police and IDF fire at stolen vehicle that broke through a checkpoint

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Police in central Israel opened fire at the wheels of a stolen vehicle after the driver refused to stop at a checkpoint and rammed a police car while attempting to flee toward areas assigned to the Palestinian Authority in Judea and Samaria.

After breaking through the checkpoint, the vehicle accelerated in the direction of Israel Defense Forces personnel. Soldiers reported feeling that their lives were in danger and responded by firing at the suspect.

Authorities said the suspect was wounded and received medical treatment. An investigation has been launched to review the circumstances of the incident.

Original article source: https://www.israelnationalnews.com/flashes/684506
Source Id: 9199529622

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