A footage circulating on social media shows how Yoav Unit officers, an elite special operations unit within the Israeli Police’s Southern District, apprehended an arms dealer following a high-speed motorcycle chase.
As shown in the video released by the unit, the chase began when the suspect attempted to flee during a police operation targeting illegal arms activity. The exact time and location of the incident remain unclear.
Wild footage shows Yoav unit officers in Israel’s Southern District arresting an arms dealer after a high-speed motorcycle chase. One officer fired at the suspect’s tires while riding, bringing the pursuit to an end. pic.twitter.com/BLcHp1Zszp
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During the chase, one officer on a motorcycle fired at the suspect’s rear tires, causing the motorcycle to stop. Officers then moved in and made the arrest. No injuries have been reported.
Police have not released the suspect’s name but confirmed the individual is under investigation for arms trafficking.
The Yoav Unit, which focuses on crime prevention, particularly illegal weapons and organized crime, continues to investigate the recent incident as part of its broader efforts to curb the spread of illegal weapons in southern Israel.
