Attempted attack on Route 60: 3 suspects arrested for throwing a burning gas balloon

Three Palestinian residents of Deir Dibwan were arrested on suspicion of throwing a burning gas balloon on Route 60 between Givat Asaf and Ofra. The suspects, aged 16-25, were transferred for investigation. The court extended their remand.

Three Palestinian residents of the village of Deir Dibwan were arrested on suspicion of throwing a burning gas balloon on Route 60, between Givat Asaf and Ofra, with the intent to harm Israeli travelers. The arrest was carried out last night (Wednesday) by security forces in Deir Dibwan. The suspects, aged 16-25, were transferred for investigation at the Crime Fighting Unit of the Samaria District. The incident occurred about two weeks ago, when a report was received about the throwing of the burning gas balloon on that section of the road. The suspects are charged with endangering human life on a transportation route and with possession, carrying, and manufacturing of weapons. The court extended their remand by several days. The police stated that they view any attempt to harm residents of the area with severity and will continue to act decisively.