Alexandria – A policeman has shot dead two Israeli tourists and another person at an Egyptian tourist site in Alexandria, according to media in the country.
The incident took place at the Pompey’s Pillar site in Alexandria.
The suspected shooter was arrested and taken into custody, according to Extra News television channel, which has close ties to Egyptian security agencies.
Israel’s Zaka rescue service also reported two people had been killed in Alexandria.
The tourist site, which dates back to the late Roman Empire, was sealed off following the shooting.
