Officer Recounts October 7 Rescue, Near-Fatal Wounding
Summarized from Israel National News by baba
Staff Sgt. Maj. Rami Cohen has recounted his experience on October 7, detailing how he rescued two girls from a car near the Sderot police station after finding their mother dead. He was subsequently shot 14 times by Hamas terrorists during a fierce battle at the station. Three years later, Cohen continues to deal with severe injuries, including hundreds of shrapnel fragments, but has returned to police duty to honor fallen officers and the people of Israel.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Staff Sgt. Maj. Rami Cohen rescued two girls on October 7 after finding their mother dead near Sderot police station.
- Cohen was shot 14 times by Hamas terrorists during a battle at the Sderot police station.
- He continues to suffer from severe injuries, including approximately 200 shrapnel fragments in his body.
- Despite his wounds and age, Cohen has returned to his police duties.
- The girls' question, "Are you from Israel?" remains a significant memory for Cohen.
- Cohen highlighted the critical role of police officers in defending the Sderot station.
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