Riots in Qusra: Police issued arrest warrants, suspects are in hiding
More than 70 rioters participated in the raid on the village. Security officials estimate that it was a planned operation involving funding and legal support.
The Shin Bet and the police have identified some of the organizers of the riots in Qusra and compiled a list of participants. Arrest warrants have been issued for several organizers; according to security sources, some suspects are currently in hiding or fleeing, receiving assistance from local residents.
Police have begun collecting testimonies from soldiers who were at the scene, and owners of vehicles suspected of being used by the rioters have been summoned for questioning. The security establishment believes the raid was well-organized and planned, including the mobilization of vehicles, funding, and even provisions for future legal assistance.
Over 70 rioters participated in the event; so far, no arrests have been made. The investigation is progressing, and authorities have identified key participants. Sources indicate that some suspects are evading capture with the help of locals.
Simultaneously, police are gathering testimonies from soldiers who attempted to stop the rioters. Owners of the vans documented at the scene have been summoned for interrogation. The security establishment describes the incident as a structured raid on homes in Qusra. Footage shows many rioters dressed in black, masked, and armed with clubs.
Following the incident, the IDF is working to promote joint efforts between the army, the Shin Bet, and the police to better manage and combat nationalist crime. This comes against the backdrop of a warning issued by the Chief of Staff in the cabinet about a week ago.
The incident occurred when more than 70 Israeli rioters arrived at the village of Qusra in Samaria. According to the IDF, they threw stones at Palestinians and barricaded themselves in a house while residents were inside. Several Palestinians were injured, including a woman who was evacuated for medical treatment. The vehicles suspected of being used by the rioters were confiscated.
Security sources stated that the first force to arrive consisted of only six reserve soldiers, who were forced to deal with dozens of rioters. The force decided to prioritize separating the sides rather than attempting individual arrests while outnumbered. Later, Border Police forces arrived, and the rioters fled after the use of riot dispersal means. The primary test now is whether the suspects will be arrested and whether indictments will be filed.
