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Israel Police: Jerusalem District police officers have opened an investigation into a shooting incident in the air in the Silwan neighborhood of East Jerusalem. Shortly before, a report was received about the sound of gunfire in the Si

Jerusalem police investigate air gunfire in Silwan after stones were thrown at youths; no casualties reported.

Official statementIsrael Police

Police officers from the Shalem station and Border Police fighters in the Jerusalem District quickly arrived at the scene, began conducting extensive searches, and investigating the circumstances of the incident. Initial investigation suggests that stones were thrown at a group of youths passing through the area. One of the youths, according to his statement, felt endangered and fired into the air to deter the suspects. At this stage, no casualties are known. police forces continue their operational activity and extensive searches, with the aim of locating the suspects and any additional findings.