The father of Laila Jahajha, 9, who was killed by gunfire in Ar'ara last month, is expected to be charged with her murder, according to Israeli media. Police evidence indicates the father fired at least 20 bullets at his two sons during a family altercation, and a stray bullet struck and killed Laila.
The father of Laila Jahajha, the 9-year-old girl killed by gunfire in the Arab town of Ar'ara in northern Israel last month, is expected to be charged with her murder, according to a report by N12 on Wednesday evening. Police evidence shows the father fired at least 20 bullets at his two sons during a family altercation. A stray bullet struck Laila and killed her. The case has drawn widespread attention in the Israeli Arab community and beyond.
As The Zioneer reported in earlier coverage, police previously alleged attempts were made to tamper with the scene and conceal evidence during the investigation. Wednesday's report clarifies the criminal charge against the father — murder — and the specific evidence of the volley of gunfire. Whether additional charges will be filed against others remains unclear.
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