Ultra-Orthodox Protest Erupts on Highway 4 Near Bnei Brak
Translated & summarized from Haaretz by baba
Around 200 ultra-Orthodox protesters blocked Highway 4 near Bnei Brak to protest a draft dodger's arrest. Police used numerous stun grenades, injuring one demonstrator. Protesters described the scene as chaotic, while police deemed the protest illegal and urged drivers to use alternate routes.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- 200 ultra-Orthodox protesters blocked Highway 4 near Bnei Brak.
- The protest was against the arrest of a draft dodger.
- Police used many stun grenades to disperse the demonstrators.
- One protester was lightly injured and taken to the hospital.
- Protesters claimed stun grenades were thrown directly at them.
- Police declared the demonstration illegal and advised drivers to avoid the area.
Approximately 200 ultra-Orthodox protesters blocked Highway 4 near Bnei Brak on Tuesday, protesting the arrest of a draft dodger. Police used a significant number of stun grenades to disperse the demonstrators. The Magen David Adom (MDA) reported that one protester sustained minor injuries and was evacuated to a hospital. Protesters claimed that stun grenades were thrown directly at them, with one describing the scene as resembling a "battlefield."
The police stated that the demonstration was declared illegal and that, despite attempts at dialogue, the rioters continued to gather and shout at officers. Authorities advised drivers to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.
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