The charred remains of the bus after the explosion (Image: Fire and Rescue Service )
Israeli police have reported a “suspected terror attack” after a number of buses burst into flames.
Emergency services raced to the incident in the city of Bat Yam, south of Tel Aviv, tonight (Thursday).
Police spokesman Asi Aharoni told Channel 13 TV that explosives were found on two other buses and he called on the public to be alert and report any suspicious objects to authorities.
Police said the Shin Bet internal security agency was taking over the investigation.
The explosions took place just hours after Hamas released the bodies of four Israeli hostages held in Gaza, the first of eight hostages that believes are dead and to be returned during the current phase of the ceasefire.
A police spokesperson said: “Multiple reports have been received of explosions involving several buses at different locations in Bat Yam.
“Large police forces are at the scenes, searching for suspects. Police bomb disposal units are scanning for additional suspicious objects.
“We urge the public to avoid the areas and remain alert for any suspicious items.”
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Police said they are investigating the explosions (Image: POLICE ISRAEL)
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