Three Minors Arrested in Jerusalem for Assaulting Elderly Man

Jerusalem police have arrested three minors from Beitar Illit suspected of assaulting an elderly man at the Damascus Gate during violent riots that occurred over the Sukkot holiday. The incident was captured on video and circulated on social media, showing the elderly man being attacked as he passed through the area. The arrests followed an investigation by the Jerusalem District Police's Talam station, which utilized investigative actions and technological means to identify the suspects. The minors are suspected of filming the assault and uploading it online. They have been transferred to the Talam station for further questioning, and the investigation is ongoing.

The riots, which began on Haim Bar-Lev Boulevard and the Damascus Gate area, reportedly involved hundreds of youths blocking roads, throwing stones at civilians and police, and damaging municipal vehicles. Police used crowd dispersal methods, including stun grenades and a water cannon, to regain control. During the unrest, a Border Police officer sustained a head injury from a thrown bottle and was evacuated for medical treatment in mild condition. Another individual was also treated for mild injuries, apparently after being attacked by rioters.

In total, 11 suspects were arrested during the riots for disturbing the peace, vandalism, and violent incidents. Police stated that they would not tolerate such violent behavior and would act to apprehend any additional individuals involved. The riots reportedly escalated near a gathering for Rabbi Nachman of Breslov, organized by Rabbi Shalom Arush, which took place at the 'Chut Shel Chessed' institutions.