Car crashes into bus stop near Netanya injuring 7, manhunt on for attacker

Suspected car-ramming attack in central Israel: Seven people were injured this Thursday morning when a vehicle hit a bus stop at the entrance to Kfar Yona on Route 57 near Netanya.

The driver of the car rammed into the bus stop and fled the scene in the vehicle. Police subsequently launched a manhunt for the driver. A police helicopter is assisting with searches. The crossings in the area, including the road leading to Tulkarm, have been closed.

The vehicle, a white Toyota, was later located, but the driver was missing, according to police.

Car crashes into bus stop at Beit Lid junction

(Photo: MDA spokesman)

The man and woman in their 20s with moderate injuries are being taken to Laniado Hospital, according to MDA. Several other people with light injuries are being treated at the scene.

The report of the collision was received by MDA’s 101 hotline at 9:25 a.m. The police said that the details are being investigated.