Police Arrest Three Suspects in Lod Shooting Incident

Israeli police arrested three suspects on Monday evening, September 7, 2026, in connection with a shooting incident in the city of Lod that left two men with moderate injuries. The incident occurred in the evening hours when two individuals were subjected to a violent assault involving gunfire. Both victims were transported to Shamir Medical Center Assaf Harofeh in Be'er Yaakov after receiving initial medical treatment at the scene.

According to a statement from Magen David Adom, the emergency services received a call at 5:44 PM reporting injured individuals following a violent assault. Paramedics provided life-saving care to the victims, identified as a man around 60 years old and another around 40 years old, both sustaining penetrating wounds described as moderate. They remain under medical observation at the hospital.

The arrests were made following initial investigations, with authorities suspecting the three individuals of involvement in the shooting. These arrests are part of ongoing efforts by security forces to curb rising violence in Lod and prevent further escalation.

The shooting has caused concern among Lod residents, who are worried about the ongoing violence in the city. Police are continuing their investigation into the incident and the motives behind it, while interrogating the three suspects.