Stabbing Attempt Thwarted Near Tzur Natan After Terrorist Crossed the Security Fence

Jerusalem, 1 February, 2016 (TPS) -- A stabbing attack was prevented on Monday morning, when a Palestinian managed to cross Israel’s security barrier, which is meant to prevent attacks.

The crossing of the fence, between the Jewish communities of Sal’it in western Samaria and Tzur Natan, was identified by a nearby IDF force. The force arrived at the area of the crossing, and the terrorist then charged at the soldiers brandishing a knife and attempted to stab them. He was subsequently shot and killed by the force.

There were no further casualties in the incident. The Palestinian terrorist was identified as 17-year-old Ahmad Al-Latif Tobah from Kafr Jammal, a nearby village.