Former IDF soldier Elor Azariya, who was convicted on manslaughter charges for shooting a wounded Arab terrorist dead at point blank range, has applied for and has been refused a handgun permit.

According to the Ynet report, the former soldier, who was released from prison after serving 18 months, has applied for a handgun permit. Police have declined the request, maintaining if armed, he would pose a danger to the public.

It should be noted that in order to authorize a person to bear arms, the police conduct a number of examinations that include one�s criminal past and if there are visible threats to the applicant�s life. According to the police report, the act in which Azaria was convicted determines he poses a danger to the public, and that from the investigation conducted following the application, it has been determined that his life does not appear to be in danger.

(YWN Israel Desk � Jerusalem)