Givatayim Resident Arrested for Allegedly Attacking Bennett's Bodyguard in Tel Aviv

A 23-year-old was detained after allegedly assaulting a bodyguard of the former prime minister during his visit to the city ahead of the elections.

Police have arrested a 23-year-old resident of Givatayim on suspicion of assaulting a bodyguard of former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett in Tel Aviv, Kan 11 and The Jerusalem Post reported.

According to reports, the incident occurred while Bennett was in the city. The Jerusalem Post noted that the alleged attack took place while Bennett was attending a demonstration calling for a state commission of inquiry into the events of October 7, while Kan 11 reported that it happened during a campaign tour.

Further details regarding the circumstances of the incident and the suspect's motive have not yet been released.