Official statement from the IDF

Armed Israeli Soldier Shoots Palestinian in Jerusalem's Old City, Four Injured

Jun 12, 2024, 03:27 PM

An armed off-duty Israeli soldier opened fire on a Palestinian suspect in Jerusalem's Old City, seriously wounding the suspect and lightly injuring three others. The incident took place on al Wad Street, a major thoroughfare in the Muslim Quarter. Israeli forces arrived at the scene but reportedly protected the assailant rather than assisting the injured Palestinian. The police are investigating the incident, and the IDF soldier claimed the suspect tried to grab his gun.