Twelve injured in terror ramming attack in Israel as suspect ‘neutralised’

After crashing into the pedestrians, they reportedly exited the car and began a stabbing spree, targeting bystanders.

At least one person, reportedly a 17-year-old girl, is in critical condition. The girl is currently unconscious, sedated and breathing with the help of a ventilator at Hillel Yaffe Hospital, having sustained serious damage to her head and limbs.

A 60-year-old man and a 19-year-old woman remain in serious condition, also with head injuries, the Times of Israel reported.

A police spokesperson told Channel 12: “The car accelerated and hit a group of people at Karkur Junction. It hit a bus stop.

"From there, he tried to continue on with the car. He accelerated toward a nearby police car and hit it. The officers chased him, caught him, and neutralised him.”

Authorities have not yet determined the motive behind the attack, though investigations are ongoing.

Security forces are advising the public to avoid the area as they continue their work.