Jerusalem: Three empty buses exploded simultaneously in Israel’s Tel Aviv area, while explosive devices were found on at least two others before they could detonate, in what police said was a “suspected terror attack”.
No injuries have been reported, Israel’s Magen David Adom rescue service said on Thursday.
The explosions occurred on Thursday night in buses parked in lots in Bat Yam, a southern suburb of Tel Aviv. Videos circulating online showed the vehicles engulfed in flames, with an image showing a bus completely burned, leaving only a charred frame, Xinhua news agency reported.
Another explosive device was found before it exploded on a bus in Holon, a nearby suburb, and another on the outskirts of Tel Aviv.
“Bomb disposal units are working to neutralise them,” Tel Aviv District Commander Haim Sargarof told a press briefing.
“This is a large-scale event occurring simultaneously in at least five locations,” Sargarof said.
“We have deployed teams and officers to numerous points.”
He Said The Explosive Devices Had Similar Characteristics, Were Non-Standard Explosives, And Were Equipped With A Timer.
(IANS)
