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Jerusalem Police: Israeli Security Guard Was Ambushed, Shot Palestinian in Self-Defense
(Ynet News) - Yair Altman Jerusalem District Police Commander Aharon Franco on Wednesday backed an Israeli security guard who shot an east Jerusalem resident to death in Silwan. "According to an initial investigation, the guard encountered a preplanned ambush which put his life in danger, prompting him to open fire." The killing sparked Arab riots in the capital, with rioters throwing firebombs and rocks at Israeli security forces and civilians. Four buses were badly damaged, as were private vehicles. Palestinians also hurled stones from the Temple Mount at Jewish worshippers below.