Israeli Army Targets Ambulances and Medic Personnel

September 29, 2000 through May 5, 2006

The Most Famous Case:

On September 30, 2000, PRCS emergency medical technician Mr. Bassam Balbeisi (picture) was shot and killed as he tried to rescue Mohammad Al-Durra. Bassam (45 years of age) attempted to get his ambulance to the boy and father, but was hit by a live bullet in the chest while driving. Bassam is from Gaza city and leaves behind a wife and 9 children.

Total Attacks on Ambulances
349

Total Ambulances Damaged (some vehicles attacked more than once)
140
Total Emergency Medical Personnel Injured
207
Number of Attacks on Emergency Teams

388
Emergency Medical Personnel Killed (3 EMT, 2 employees and 7 Volunteers)

12
Violations & Restrictions of Ambulance Access

1836
Number of EMS Personnel & Volunteers arrested since the invasion of Gaza & West Bank began on Mar 29 2002

81
(1 remain in detention)

EMS Under Fire (more photos and detailed reports)