The heart-wrenching story of Muhammed Bhar, a 24-year-old man with Down’s syndrome and autism, has left his family devastated in the midst of the ongoing conflict in Gaza City. Muhammed’s mother, Nabila Bhar, shared the harrowing details of her son’s final moments as the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) raided their home on Nazaz Street.
According to Nabila, Muhammed was attacked by a combat dog, despite her pleas for mercy due to his disabilities. The dog bit Muhammed multiple times, causing severe injuries as the soldiers tried to treat him. The family was eventually forced to leave Muhammed behind with the soldiers, who claimed they would bring a military doctor to help him.
Tragically, when the family returned a week later, they found Muhammed’s lifeless body on the floor, surrounded by blood. His brother, Jibreel, captured the heartbreaking scene on video, showing the attempts to stop the bleeding with a tourniquet.
The family is now demanding an investigation into Muhammed’s death, but with the ongoing conflict, the prospects are uncertain. The IDF has stated they are looking into the report, but Nabila is left haunted by the image of her son being attacked and left to die alone.
Muhammed’s story sheds light on the devastating impact of war on vulnerable individuals like him, who are caught in the crossfire of conflict. The family’s plea for justice and closure serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of violence in the region.
