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Source: http://www.jpost.com/Israel-News/Civilian-security-guards-deployed-at-Jerusalem-bus-stations-437193
300 Israeli Security Guards to Protect Jerusalem Public Transport Stations
(Jerusalem Post) Sharon Udasin - Israel's Transportation Ministry launched a civilian security unit on Sunday that will be stationed along public transportation routes around Jerusalem. In its first phase, the 300-person unit includes security guards, former combat soldiers and dozens of special security vehicles which will operate along traffic arteries. The guards have been authorized by the Israel Police to conduct body and luggage searches as well as detain suspicious parties. The unit, established with the approval of the Security Cabinet, will also conduct undercover operations. Members of the unit have passed rigorous screening and have undergone specialized professional training in shooting, hand-to-hand combat, identifying suspects and first aid.