Jaffa Murder Solved: Suspect Arrested, Charged with Fatal Shooting
Translated & summarized from Israel Hayom by baba
Tel Aviv police have solved a murder that occurred in Jaffa on August 30, arresting a 22-year-old suspect. The victim, Mohammed Rafat Ahmed Katwan, was shot and killed while sitting in a car with another man, who was seriously injured. Police seized a Zig Sauer pistol during a search of the suspect's home. An indictment is expected soon, along with a request for pre-trial detention.
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- Police have solved the murder of Mohammed Rafat Ahmed Katwan in Jaffa, arresting a 22-year-old suspect.
- The victim was shot and killed on August 30 while sitting in a car with another man who was seriously injured.
- The suspect allegedly ambushed the victims on a motorcycle and fled the scene after the shooting.
- A Zig Sauer pistol, magazine, and ammunition were seized during a search of the suspect's home.
- The suspect's detention has been extended, and an indictment is expected soon.
- The investigation involved extensive police work and technological resources.
Tel Aviv police announced Thursday the resolution of a murder case that occurred in Jaffa in late August. Following an extensive investigation, a statement of charges has been filed against a 22-year-old city resident suspected of carrying out the act. The victim, identified as 30-year-old Mohammed Rafat Ahmed Katwan from Jaljuliya, was found unconscious with severe penetrating wounds on Leib Ben Sarah Street in Jaffa on August 30. Investigators believe the suspect, riding a "Soron" motorcycle, ambushed two men inside a car parked on the side of the street. He allegedly fired at them from close range and fled the scene. Police forces responded to the incident and found two injured men, who were evacuated by medical personnel. One victim, a resident of Jaffa, was pronounced dead at Wolfson Medical Center, while the second sustained serious injuries. Commander of the Tel Aviv District, Superintendent Haim Sagron, and Commander of the Ayalon region, Superintendent Daniel Haddad, assessed the scene and assigned the investigation to detectives from the Tel Aviv Central Unit. Technological means and significant resources led to the identification and arrest of the suspect on September 2. During a search of the suspect's Jaffa residence, police seized a Zig Sauer pistol with a magazine and ammunition. Investigators gathered evidence linking the suspect to the murder, and his detention has been extended by the Tel Aviv Magistrate's Court. The Tel Aviv District Prosecutor's Office is expected to file a severe indictment against the suspect in the coming days, along with a request for his detention until the legal proceedings are concluded.
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