Man Shot During Pro-Israel Rally in Newton

A pro-Israel rally in Newton, Massachusetts, escalated into violence on Thursday evening when a passerby was shot during a confrontation with demonstrators. The incident occurred around 6:40 PM when the passerby exchanged words with the group before physically tackling one of the demonstrators. Scott Hayes, 47, from Framingham, was arrested and charged with assault with a dangerous weapon and violating a constitutional right causing injury. The victim, who has not been identified, is hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. Authorities are investigating and have urged witnesses to provide any photos or videos of the event. Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller described the situation as