‘Lucky to be alive’: The 12-year-old shot by Israeli snipers in Jerusalem
Summary
Two young boys, Uday Abu Juma’ and Iyas Abu Mufreh, were shot by Israeli snipers during a family gathering in the East Jerusalem neighborhood of at-Tur. The incident left both boys with severe injuries, and the family reported that the shots were fired without warning from a rooftop. Police claimed the shooting was in self-defense but later provided conflicting accounts.Key Facts
- The shooting took place on June 16 in at-Tur, East Jerusalem.
- Uday Abu Juma’ is 21 years old, and Iyas Abu Mufreh is 12 years old.
- The boys were gathering to celebrate their grandmother's return from pilgrimage and a family member’s exam success.
- Israeli snipers fired from about 500 meters away, hitting the boys.
- Iyas was shot near the heart, while Uday was shot in the stomach.
- Both suffered major injuries with nerve and artery damage; Uday may not walk again.
- The family disputes police claims that the boys provoked the shooting.
- The ammunition used was "dumdum" bullets, which expand on impact, causing severe damage.
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