Suspect in third Tunnel Checkpoint stabbing attempt neutralized without gunfire

A Palestinian suspect arrived at the Tunnel Checkpoint south of Jerusalem with a knife; a female soldier reported a stabbing attempt, and the suspect is now handcuffed and neutralized without gunfire, according to initial reports. This is the third such attack at the checkpoint today.

This is the third attack at the Tunnel Checkpoint south of Jerusalem within a single day, following a report at 22:08 Jerusalem time of a stabbing attempt at the same location. In the latest update, the suspect is now handcuffed and neutralized without gunfire, according to initial reports. The incident began when a Palestinian suspect arrived at the checkpoint with a knife. A female soldier who approached to check him reported that he attempted to stab her. The suspect was subdued without the use of firearms. No Israeli casualties were reported. The attacker's identity and motive remain under investigation.

4 developments

1. 4 hours ago · 22:19 · 23 JulLatest

   Border Police arrested a knife-armed Hebron resident at the checkpoint.

2. 22:14 · 23 Jul

   Suspect neutralized without gunfire.

3. 22:08 · 23 Jul

   This is the third attack reported today.

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