Police Officer Fires at Suspect Vehicle Near Modiin After Ramming Attempt

On Tuesday, October 20, 2026, a police officer near Modiin opened fire on a suspicious vehicle after its driver attempted to ram the officer. The incident occurred during a routine traffic stop when patrol officers from the Modiin station flagged down a car near the Shilat Junction, suspecting it was transporting illegal workers. The driver ignored the signal to stop and sped away, driving recklessly, damaging other vehicles, and endangering traffic. When an officer positioned himself to block the car's path, the driver accelerated directly towards him. Assessing the situation as a life-threatening emergency, the officer fired several shots at the vehicle's tires and body. The damaged car traveled a short distance before stopping. The occupants fled on foot into the surrounding area before backup arrived. Police and border guards, including K-9 units and surveillance technology, launched a large-scale search operation. Police leadership stated that attempts to harm officers on duty will be met with severe responses, emphasizing a continued fight against illegal entry and safety violations. An official investigation into the incident has been opened, according to Channel 14.