Policeman who shot MDA volunteer in Tel Aviv claims self-defense - Crime in Israel
The Jerusalem Post -

An off-duty police officer who was accused of shooting and killing Yaakov Tukhi, a resident of Jaffa and volunteer with Magen David Adom (MDA), was set to be brought before the Tel Aviv Magistrate’s Court on Saturday evening regarding the extension of his detention.Tel Aviv Mayor Ron Huldai conveyed his condolences to Tukhi’s family, lamenting the loss. “Last night, a serious incident occurred in Jaffa that should not have happened,” Huldai said.The mayor continued by...

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