Voice of the groom, voice of the bride - and the sound of gunfire: How the police are fighting the phenomenon of celebratory gunfire
Israel Police raided a wedding in Mughar following suspicion of gunfire into the air. The groom's brother was arrested after attempting to flee, and a disturbance broke out at the scene. The gun was found to be held under license by another family member, who was also arrested. The police are using observation balloons and signs to keep weapons out of weddings.
Israel Police has declared an all-out war on the phenomenon of celebratory gunfire at weddings in Arab society. A report by Li Aish describes exclusive footage of a police raid at a wedding in Mughar about two weeks ago, in which the groom's brother is seen holding a pistol and firing during the celebration. Officers from the Northern District and Border Police arrived at the scene following information about gunfire, identified the suspect, and attempted to arrest him. The suspect tried to flee, and a disturbance broke out at the scene that included assaulting police officers. The forces used crowd dispersal measures and arrested the suspect. The investigation revealed that the gun was held under license by another family member, who was also arrested. The police are using aerial observation means, including observation balloons, and signs are hung at weddings calling on guests to leave their weapons outside the celebration. The two suspects, residents of Mughar aged 38 and 44, remain in custody, and the prosecution is expected to file a statement of charges.