Police and local residents broke out in the northern Arabian city of Bi’ina on Saturday after officials responded to reports of gunfire during a wedding in the area.
According to the police, shots were fired during the confrontation, seriously injuring a 31-year-old local resident. A 26-year-old officer was moderately injured by falling rocks from a building. Both were taken to a hospital in Nahariya by paramedics.
According to local statements, the 31-year-old was injured by gunshots by officials.
At least four other people were reported injured during the clash, a medical professional told Channel 12 News.
Police said clashes broke out after officials responded to reports of gunfire at celebrations in the city. Solemn gunshots are a common phenomenon at weddings in the Arab community.
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Two police cars were set on fire during the confrontation. According to the police, other officers were on site.
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The city of Bi’ina is located in Galilee, adjacent to the city and parish council of Deir al-Asad, near Karmiel.
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