Kindergarten Assistant Attacked with Hammer and Screwdriver in Negev

An unusual act of violence occurred Sunday at the Sanfer kindergarten in Ar'ara al-Naqab, where an assistant was attacked with a hammer and screwdriver. The victim sustained light injuries. Police have arrested two suspects in connection with the assault. Initial investigations suggest the assistant, who belongs to the Abu Arar family, was attacked due to a dispute between two factions within her family. According to reports, two of the three women suspected of carrying out the attack are high school teachers, and the third works as a kindergarten assistant. Police from the Ar'ara station located and arrested two residents of the town, who were taken in for questioning. Authorities stated they intend to request an extension of the suspects' detention from the court based on the evidence gathered. Efforts are ongoing to locate additional suspects. Police emphasized the seriousness of the incident and their commitment to preventing violence or threats against educational staff. A psychological team from the Ministry of Education is scheduled to visit the kindergarten on Monday to provide support to staff and children in the aftermath of the event.