Gaza City – A senior officer within the Internal Security apparatus was assassinated in the Maghazi refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip earlier today. The Ministry of Interior has confirmed the killing of Lieutenant Colonel Ahmed Zamzam following a shooting perpetrated by armed individuals.
According to a brief statement released by the Ministry, security forces apprehended one suspect in connection with the incident shortly after the shooting. An investigation is currently underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the assassination and the motives behind it.
While the Ministry of Interior has not yet released further details regarding the identity of the slain officer or the suspect in custody, they have assured the public that security services are actively pursuing all leads related to the case.
This assassination occurs within a complex security environment in the Gaza Strip. The region has faced various forms of targeted killings, ranging from Israeli strikes, often conducted via airstrikes targeting resistance leaders, to internal conflicts stemming from tribal or factional disputes. There are also attempts to undermine the stability maintained by security forces.
The incident underscores the fragile security situation and the ongoing challenges faced by authorities in maintaining law and order within the Gaza Strip. DZWatch will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available.
