Dozens block traffic on Route 6 after shooting of 2 settlers who allegedly attacked cop

Dozens of demonstrators are blocking traffic on Route 6 in protest of the shooting of two West Bank settlers by a police officer two nights ago. The officer has reportedly said the two attacked him, as Jewish extremists rampaged in a Palestinian West Bank village.

The protesters, mostly right-wing Orthodox youth, hold signs that read, “Wearing a kippah and payot is not a reason to shoot,” while sitting on the pavement.

A police spokesman says that officers have declared the demonstration illegal and are working to clear the route for traffic.

Last night, a similar scene took place in Jerusalem, where hundreds of protesters blocked routes leading in and out of the city, clashing with police officers on the scene, which led to 17 arrests.

A police spokesman said the protesters lit fires on roads and threw stones at police. injuring three officers as a result.

Some were filmed climbing atop buses while traffic remained at a standstill.

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