3 women shot in Ramle, including one critically hurt; teen stabbed in Ramat Gan

Three women were shot in the central city of Ramle and have been taken to the hospital for treatment, Magen David Adom says.

One victim in her 30s is critically injured and undergoing resuscitation efforts. Another, in her 50s, is seriously injured, while the third, in her 30s, is moderately to seriously hurt. A fourth woman was lightly injured by shrapnel.

The shooter, who was masked, fled the scene after opening fire, according to Channel 12.

In addition, 15-year-old was stabbed overnight in the central city of Ramat Gan, according to the emergency medical service.

Medics gave the victim treatment at the scene of the attack, and he was hospitalized in moderate condition with penetrating stab wounds.

The attacks are the latest in a string of recent incidents that have raised fears of a violent crime wave in Israel.