Sgt. Garry Gideon Neghaal Killed in Terrorist Ramming Attack at Asaf Junction

In another tragic incident of terror, Sgt. Garry Gideon Neghaal, a 24-year-old soldier from Nof HaGalil, was killed this morning (Wednesday) in a car-ramming attack at Asaf Junction, located on Highway 60 in the Binyamin region. Neghaal, a soldier in the Nachshon Battalion of the Kfir Brigade, was struck by a gas truck. The driver, who was identified as the terrorist, was neutralized on the scene by IDF forces.

According to reports from the IDF, the attack occurred when a truck rammed into a group of soldiers standing at the junction. Paramedics from Magen David Adom (MDA) quickly arrived at the scene, where they found Neghaal severely injured with multiple trauma injuries. Despite efforts to save his life, Neghaal tragically passed away.

Basmat Lubiner, a paramedic at the scene, said: "We arrived quickly and saw a gas tanker that had collided with a bus stop. A young man, about 20 years old, was lying next to it, unconscious, suffering from severe trauma."

Following the attack, IDF and Border Police forces moved swiftly to secure the area, conducting roadblocks and searches. Security forces also moved to map the terrorist's home for potential demolition.

This attack comes just days after three Israelis were killed in another terror attack at the Alenby Crossing in the Jordan Valley. In that incident, a terrorist opened fire in the cargo inspection area, killing Adrian Marcello Podsamser, 65-year-old Yuri Birnbaum, and Yochanan Shchori.

Wave of Terrorism

As the wave of terrorism continues to escalate across Israel, security forces remain on high alert in several regions, especially in Judea and Samaria. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to increase security measures in response to the recent attacks, including bolstering defensive actions and working closely with neighboring Jordan to ensure border security.

The IDF continues its efforts to secure the region and prevent further attacks, with a focus on dismantling terror networks and preventing weapons smuggling across the border.