Israeli Police Arrest 24 Suspects in Rahat Mass Brawl, Two Officers Injured by Stone Throwing

On Saturday, Israeli police forces in Rahat arrested 24 suspects involved in a large-scale brawl between rival factions in the city. The detainees were transferred to the local police station for questioning. During the police operation, officers were pelted with stones, resulting in injuries to two officers who required medical treatment.

The arrests were part of an ongoing police campaign targeting illegal firearms possession, violent crime, and public safety threats in Rahat. The operation aims to prevent violent conflicts between factions that have previously led to serious injuries and fatalities, thereby enhancing the security of law-abiding citizens.

The police response included units from the Rahat police station, the Southern Border Police (Magav), and rapid deployment forces from the counter-terrorism units "Sahar" and "Yoav," who quickly arrived to restore order and detain those involved. Authorities emphasized that the operation is focused on curbing violent disputes and significantly disrupting criminal activity in the city.