Netiv HaAsara terrorist identified as Canadian citizen

The attacker – a Muslim Canadian – tried to stab IDF soldiers stationed at the entrance to the town.

Published on 07-22-2024 12:37

Last modified: 07-22-2024 16:06

The civilian security team of Netiv HaAsara thwarted an attempted stabbing attack today (Monday), eliminating the terrorist, later identified as a Canadian citizen.

The attacker – a Muslim Canadian – tried to stab IDF soldiers stationed at the entrance to the town, located in southern Israel, near the northern border with the Gaza Strip.

Video: The Netiv HaAsara attack, July 22, 2024 / Credit: Security footage

Medical teams treated a 61-year-old woman for shock at the scene.

Sources say the terrorist landed in Israel yesterday, rented a car for two weeks, and paid for it in advance. This morning, he left Ashdod, passed through Yad Mordechai, and then arrived at Netiv HaAsara.

The terrorist's weapon. Photo: IDF Spokesperson's Unit

Magen David Adom paramedic Noa Avitbol and emergency medical technician Yossi Samga recounted: "When we arrived at the scene, we were told that a terrorist who had arrived at the location attempted to attack and was neutralized in turn by security forces. We conducted a scan of the area to ensure there were no physical injuries. A 61-year-old woman suffering from shock was treated on-site by Magen David Adom teams and currently does not require hospitalization."