Official statement from Israeli authorities or local government

Tel Aviv Truck Explosion on Lehi Road Investigated as Possible Terror Attack, One Killed

Aug 18, 2024, 07:27 PM

A truck explosion occurred on Lehi Road in Tel Aviv, Israel, on the evening of August 18, 2024, resulting in one fatality and one person sustaining moderate injuries. The explosion, initially suspected to be criminal in nature, is now being investigated as a potential terrorist attack. Israeli police and the Shin Bet security agency are examining the incident, which involved an explosive device. CCTV footage and reports suggest the explosion may have been caused by a premature detonation of a bomb carried by the driver, who was killed in the blast. Authorities are considering all possible motives, including the possibility that the driver intended to carry out a mass casualty attack. The investigation is ongoing as officials work to identify the deceased and determine the exact circumstances surrounding the explosion.