Hamas terrorists killed after shooting leaves 3 dead, 11 wounded near Jerusalem

Israeli police investigate the shooting on Thursday. (Police Spokesperson’s Unit)

Three people are dead and 11 others are wounded after two Hamas terrorists opened fire on people at a bus station near Jerusalem Thursday morning, according to Israeli police.

Police responded to the Givat Shaul junction on the outskirts of Jerusalem at around 7:40 a.m. local time after two Palestinians arrived at the area in an armed vehicle and began shooting in the direction of civilians at a bus station.

The three killed have been identified as 73-year-old Rabbi Elimelech Wasserman, 67-year-old Hana Ifergan and 24-year-old Livia Dickman.

The two shooters, who were from east Jerusalem, were shot and killed by Israel Defense Forces soldiers in the area and a civilian. Israeli media said the shooters were brothers and associated with Hamas.

"The initial investigation indicates that the terrorists arrived to the scene by car in the morning, armed with an M-16 rifle and a handgun," a Jerusalem District Police spokesperson said. "At a certain point, the terrorists began shooting at civilians before subsequently being killed at the scene. A police search of the terrorists' car revealed ammunition and weaponry."

The eleven people wounded in the shooting have injuries ranging from moderate to severe, according to Israeli police. Three of the victims are said to be in serious condition after medical evaluations and four victims have non-physical injuries. The remaining four are believed to be moderate.

The area of the attack has been blocked off and searches have been initiated to rule out additional suspects, if any.

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Jack Lew condemned the shooting on X, formerly Twitter, Thursday morning.

"Abhorrent terrorist attack in Jerusalem this morning. We unequivocally condemn such brutal violence. My thoughts are with the families of the victims and I offer my sincere condolences to all those affected," he wrote.