Police Suspect Criminal Explosive-Device Blast in Netivot Car; No Injuries

Israel Police said on October 14 that a vehicle explosion in Netivot caused no injuries. In a statement issued at 19:07, police said an initial examination indicated that an explosive device had detonated in the car and that the incident appeared to have a criminal background. Officers from the Southern District opened an investigation and were gathering findings and evidence to establish the circumstances of the blast. Police said the investigation also aimed to identify the suspects involved; their assessment remained preliminary.