IDF soldier seriously wounded in central Israel base; suspected weapon play

An IDF soldier was seriously injured at a base in central Israel on Tuesday evening, according to Israel Hayom. The incident is suspected to have been caused by the soldier playing with a weapon.

A soldier sustained serious injuries at a base in central Israel on Tuesday evening, Israel Hayom reported. The incident is suspected to have been caused by the soldier handling a weapon in an unauthorized manner. The military police have opened an investigation into the circumstances.

4 developments

1. 12 minutes ago · 02:28 · 5 AugLatest

   Military police have officially opened an investigation into the shooting incident.

2. 00:00 · 5 Aug

   Incident confirmed as a negligent discharge by ynet.

3. 23:57 · 4 Aug

   Incident suspected to have been caused by weapon play.

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