Israeli Police Come Under Fire During Illegal Weapons Search in Ein Sahala

On August 13, 2026, Israeli police conducting an operation to locate illegal weapons in the open area of Ein Sahala encountered gunfire. Officers from the Iron Police Station and tactical brigade fighters were targeted as they arrived at the search site. Body camera footage captured urgent radio calls including "Gunfire! Gunfire!", "Take cover", and "We are exchanging fire". One officer directed colleagues to move toward him while under fire from the left, and full protective gear was ordered for all arriving units. The situation escalated with calls for emergency medical assistance, though no injuries were reported by the police.

Following the exchange, authorities arrested a suspect who was transferred to the Manasseh regional central unit for investigation. Weapons were recovered from the scene and sent for forensic examination. The suspect's detention was extended by court order as the investigation continues. The police statement confirmed the operation's objective was to seize illegal arms and emphasized the ongoing efforts to combat such threats in the region.