This evening, as part of the activities of the border guard fighters of Jerusalem’s surrounding area, the undercover unit of the MGB and district units in the new Anata. The forces operated in the house of the terrorist who carried out the stabbing attack earlier today in Jerusalem.
As part of the operation, the forces arrested the terrorist’s father and brother. The 2 suspects were transferred to the Israel Police for questioning. Riots broke out in the area, including throwing explosives at the forces. 3 MGB fighters were slightly injured.
The Commander of the Border Guard, Superintendent Amir Cohen, spoke with the 3 soldiers who were injured by the throwing of an explosive device: “The activity you carried out tonight directly contributes to the security of the citizens of the State of Israel. Along with the disturbances that developed in the area where you operated, you carried out the activity with a remarkable professionalism. We will continue to act resolutely against terrorism. Good luck and full recovery.”
Commander of the Red Battalion of the Jerusalem Police, Sen. Shay Ostolos: “During the evening, we worked to arrest the relatives of the terrorist who carried out today’s attack. While dealing with disturbances, we arrested the 2 suspects. We will continue to act resolutely against terrorism for the security of the citizens of the State of Israel “.