IDF says fatal shooting of baby in West Bank prompts criminal investigation
Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced on Sunday that its Military Police Criminal Investigation Division has opened an investigation into why an Israeli soldier opened fire on a Palestinian family's car in the West Bank, killing a 7-month-old and injuring his parents.
The incident occurred on Friday during operational activity in the city of Hebron's Judea Brigade area, according to the IDF.
"Based on the findings of the preliminary examination, it was decided to open an investigation by the Military Police Criminal Investigation Division. Upon its conclusion, the findings will be transferred to the Military Advocate General’s Office," the IDF said in a statement on Sunday.
The Palestinian Health Ministry identified the baby as Sam Fahd Abu Haikal, adding that his parents were also injured when an Israeli soldier opened fire on their vehicle.
In its initial statement about the incident, the IDF said troops “perceived a vehicle accelerating toward them,” prompting one of the soldiers to fire at the vehicle.
-ABC News' Claire Bower





