Israel's far-right Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir has demanded that a "reward be given" to the police officer who killed a Palestinian child in occupied East Jerusalem.
According to a report by Israel's Army Radio, an investigation was launched following incidents at the Shuafat Refugee Camp in occupied East Jerusalem.
The report stated that National Security Minister Ben-Gvir arrived at the investigation center with two lawyers at the time the police officer who killed the Palestinian child at the Shuafat Refugee Camp was summoned to give a statement.
Speaking to members of the press at the investigation center, Ben-Gvir said, "They are trying to break the spirit of our warriors. They should not have summoned him here. He deserves a reward, not an investigation."
Ben-Gvir argued that the police officer who killed the Palestinian child did what was expected of him and stated that he would work to ensure the officer is awarded a certificate of appreciation.
WHAT HAPPENED?
Israeli police shot and killed a Palestinian child at the Shuafat Refugee Camp yesterday, alleging that the child was "preparing to throw fireworks at the police."
Ben-Gvir wrote the following on his social media account:
"I salute the police officer who killed the terrorist who attempted to throw fireworks at him and the units in the area. Terrorists must be confronted with such determination and precision."
News Source: AA
