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Israeli Police Arrest 18-Year-Old for Violent Attack on Bus Driver in Modi'in
An 18-year-old was arrested for violently attacking a bus driver in Modi'in, breaking protective glass and assaulting the driver. The suspect surrendered after police efforts to locate him.
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What happened
- 01An 18-year-old suspect attacked a bus driver in Modi'in, breaking glass and assaulting him.
- 02The suspect surrendered to police after investigations and was charged with assaulting a public servant.
- 03Witnesses on the bus did not intervene during the attack.
- 04Violence against public transport drivers in Israel rose over 12% in the past month compared to last year.
- 05This is the highest recorded level of violence against drivers in over a decade.
- 06The Public Transportation Drivers Organization demands immediate expansion of security units nationwide.
The attack reflects a sharp rise in violence against Israeli public transport workers, prompting calls for increased security measures.
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