Jaffa Shooting Suspect Arrested by Police
Translated & summarized from Makan by baba
Police in Jaffa arrested a 22-year-old man in connection with a shooting on August 30, 2026, that killed Mohammed Raafat Ahmed Qatwan and critically injured another person. A weapon was found at the suspect's home.
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- Jaffa resident arrested for fatal shooting.
- Victim identified as Mohammed Raafat Ahmed Qatwan.
- Shooting occurred on August 30, 2026.
- Second victim sustained serious injuries.
- Suspect allegedly used a motorcycle.
- Weapon found at suspect's residence.
Police announced the arrest of a 22-year-old Jaffa resident suspected of involvement in a shooting incident that resulted in the death of Mohammed Raafat Ahmed Qatwan and serious injuries to another individual. The shooting occurred early on August 30, 2026, in Jaffa, where two men were shot. One sustained critical injuries, and the other serious ones. The critically injured victim later died at Wolfson Hospital.
Investigators believe the shooter was on a motorcycle and ambushed the victims while they were inside a car in a side parking lot. The assailant opened fire before fleeing the scene. During a search of the suspect's home, police discovered a pistol with a magazine and ammunition.
The suspect is scheduled to appear before the Tel Aviv Magistrate's Court to address a request for his extended detention.
