In Newton, Massachusetts, a person was shot and critically injured after tackling a pro-Israel demonstrator. The shooting occurred after an argument between a group of demonstrators and the individual. The shooter, a 47-year-old man from Framingham, was a member of the demonstrating group and is facing charges of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon. The person who was shot sustained life-threatening injuries and was hospitalized. The details of the argument and the motive behind the shooting are still under investigation. Following the incident, extra police patrols have been deployed at houses of worship in the area. The mayor of Newton has called for calm and patience as authorities work to gather all the facts surrounding the incident. The suspect will be arraigned in court and the situation is still developing. This shooting occurred during a time of heightened tensions and protests in the U.S. following recent events in the conflict between Israel and Hamas. The city of Newton, located just west of Boston, is working with law enforcement to ensure the safety of its residents in light of this unfortunate incident.
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Man tackled at pro-Israel demonstration, shoots person
