PT: Authorities thwart attempted car-ramming and stabbing attack in Ariel, West Bank, April 27

Event

Israeli police shot and killed a knife-wielding assailant near the settlement of Ariel in the central West Bank, April 27. According to initial reports, the assailant had initially attempted to carry out a vehicle ramming attack along Gitai Avishar junction on Highway 5.

Heightened security is likely in the impact area in the coming hours. Security force operations could result in localized ground travel disruptions. Further attacks are possible.

Context

Israeli security forces regularly foil attempted stabbing, shooting, and car-ramming incidents in Jerusalem and throughout the West Bank. The threat of such incidents increases during periods of heightened tensions surrounding controversial political developments or anniversaries marking key events.

Advice

Avoid the scene of the incident due to likely increased security and possible localized traffic disruptions. Heed the instructions of security personnel.