A serious case has shaken Jerusalem: police arrested five young men from East Jerusalem, including a maintenance worker at a city hospital, on suspicion of setting a forest fire near the medical facility. Investigators say the suspects acted with a nationalist motive, using Molotov cocktails to ignite the blaze. Indictments are expected in the coming days
Forest arson near hospital in Jerusalem
The investigation began after two incidents in recent weeks, when a wooded area next to a hospital in Jerusalem was set on fire and fireworks were launched nearby. Border Police and district officers collected evidence at the scene, which revealed deliberate arson. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, though significant damage was caused
Arrest of East Jerusalem suspects
During the past month, investigators identified five suspects aged 15 to 20, residents of East Jerusalem. One of them, a hospital maintenance worker, told police he wanted “Israel to lose money.” According to investigators, the suspects prepared Molotov cocktails in advance and carried out two arson attacks in a systematic manner
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Indictments for nationalist arson
The suspects were brought before court, which extended their detention to allow further investigation. Police confirmed that the Jerusalem District Prosecutor is preparing indictments for arson, endangering lives, and security-related offenses. Authorities stressed they will continue to combat nationalist arson attacks in Jerusalem and protect public safety
