Teen Arrested for Assaulting Political Activists in Shoham
A 19-year-old was arrested in Shoham for allegedly attacking political activists with a rod and a helmet, prompting sharp political reactions and a police investigation.
A 19-year-old resident of Hadid was arrested on Wednesday on suspicion of attacking political activists in Shoham with a metal rod and a helmet, and spitting at them. Officers from the Rosh HaAyin police station opened an investigation, quickly located the suspect, and brought him in for questioning.
According to a Police Israel statement, the activists were conducting political activity when the young man allegedly attacked them. Police arrived at the scene, conducted searches, and arrested the suspect. Based on the investigation's findings, he will be brought to court on Thursday for a remand hearing.
MK Gilad Kariv blamed National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir for the incident, stating that the violence stems directly from his incitement. Meanwhile, the police emphasized a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of violence and lawlessness.
