Clashes in Bnei Brak and Route 4 Blocked Following Criminal Arrest

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According to Israel Hayom, dozens of Haredi protesters took to the streets of Bnei Brak following reports of the arrest of a Haredi draft evader, and police officers who arrived at the scene stood facing the protesters. According to Behadrei Haredim, the disturbance developed on Yitzhak Nissim Street, and police deployed mounted police and stun grenades. According to Israel Hayom, the protesters attempted to block Route 4 near Bnei Brak.

According to Arutz Sheva and Israel Hayom, large police forces are operating on Route 4 following the traffic blockage and public order violations at the site. According to Israel Hayom, the "Black Alert" warning system of the Jerusalem faction was activated following the arrest, and a number of protesters were injured in the clashes.