A tragic shooting attack occurred near Hebron on Sunday, resulting in the deaths of three police officers. The attack took place at the Tarkumiya checkpoint on Route 35, where terrorists opened fire on a police vehicle. Among the deceased is Sergeant Major Roni Shakuri, 61, whose daughter, Major Mor Shakuri, was killed during the Sderot police station attack on October 7. Roni Shakuri leaves behind a wife, a daughter, a grandson, and three brothers.
Also killed in the attack were Inspector Arik Ben Eliyahu, 37, and RNA Hadas Brentz, 53. Ben Eliyahu, a resident of Kiryat Gat, is survived by his wife and three children, while Brentz, from Sde Moshe, leaves behind her husband, three children, a grandson, parents, and five siblings. The attack not only claimed the lives of these officers but also left two civilians critically injured.
The Shi'i District police expressed their sorrow over the loss, stating, 'The Shi'i District bows its head and shares in the grief of the families.' As investigations continue, security forces are actively searching for the terrorists involved in this brutal attack.
- The attack has sent shockwaves through the community, especially for the Shakuri family, who are now mourning the loss of both a father and a daughter within a short span of time. Roni Shakuri's daughter, Major Mor Shakuri, was celebrated for her bravery during the Sderot police station incident, which lasted approximately 16 hours and resulted in the deaths of seven policemen. Witnesses report that the attack occurred near the entrance to the village of Idna, raising concerns over the ongoing violence in the region. National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gabir visited the site of the incident, emphasizing the need for enhanced security measures to protect citizens and law enforcement personnel. The funerals for the fallen officers are scheduled to take place in their respective cemeteries, with detailed obituary notices expected to be published soon.
