The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said its troops killed the individual it identified as the perpetrator of a terrorist attack in the Tell area shortly after the incident, adding that the suspect had allegedly targeted several Israeli civilians.
The announcement was made in a statement released by the military, which described the operation as an immediate response to the attack.
Military Says Response Followed Within Minutes
According to the IDF, soldiers engaged the suspected attacker immediately after the assault and fatally shot him at the scene.
The military stated that the rapid response was aimed at preventing any further threat to civilians in the area following the reported attack.
Stolen Weapon Recovered by Troops
The IDF also said its forces recovered a weapon that it described as having been stolen during the incident. No additional information was provided regarding the type of firearm or the circumstances under which it was taken.
Military officials did not immediately release further operational details or identify the individual involved.
Investigation Into Incident Continues
Israeli authorities have not yet disclosed additional information about the civilians affected or the broader circumstances surrounding the attack.
The incident remains under investigation as security forces continue to examine the events that unfolded in the Tell area. The IDF has not announced whether any further security measures have been implemented in response to the attack.
