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Family of Slain Paramedic Calls for Database of Victim Communications from October 7 Massacre
2/7/2026, 1:36:25 PM
Background & Context: The October 7 Attack
On October 7, 2023, Kibbutz Be’eri was the site of a terrorist attack that resulted in multiple casualties, including paramedic Amit Mann, who was killed while attempting to care for the injured. The attack left at least 125 homes in the community damaged or destroyed, marking a significant tragedy for the residents and the families of the victims.
Core Event: Demand for a Victim Communication Database
The family of Amit Mann is advocating for the establishment of a comprehensive database that would include all phone calls made by victims to emergency services during the attack. This demand arose after Mann's sister, Haviva Mann, discovered previously unknown recordings of her brother's communications with the Magen David Adom (MDA) ambulance service. Initially aware of only four calls, she learned of three additional conversations that Amit had made on that day, prompting her to seek further information.
Haviva Mann emphasized the broader implications of their request, stating, “This story is not only Amit Mann and her conversation with MDA. It actually concerns so many families and people who were affected by the massacre.” She compared their situation to that of families of fallen soldiers, who receive a comprehensive collection of their loved ones' belongings, suggesting that similar treatment should be afforded to families of victims of the attack.
Eyewitness Accounts: Amit Mann's Final Moments
In one of the newly uncovered recordings, Amit Mann can be heard expressing concern for the safety of those trapped with him in a dental clinic. He inquired about the arrival of security forces, stating, “What’s happening with forces for Be’eri? What’s happening with it?” The MDA responder indicated that no immediate assistance was expected, leading to further distress from Mann, who was caring for multiple gunshot victims.
Official Statements & Responses
The Magen David Adom has not publicly commented on the family's request for a database. However, the issue of communication recordings has been contentious, as families of other victims have reported difficulties in obtaining complete information regarding their loved ones' final moments. Over a year after the attack, the Israel Defense Forces provided partial recordings to the parents of soldiers killed or abducted, but many relatives expressed dissatisfaction with the incompleteness of the information.
Criticism & Opposition: Families' Struggles for Information
The struggle to obtain comprehensive information about the events of October 7 has been a source of frustration for many families. Critics argue that the lack of a centralized database for victim communications exacerbates their grief and complicates the process of closure. The partial nature of the recordings provided by the Israel Defense Forces has also drawn criticism, as families feel that they are not receiving the full context of their loved ones' experiences during the attack.
What's Next: Potential Developments
The call for a victim communication database highlights ongoing discussions about accountability and transparency in the aftermath of the October 7 attack. As families continue to seek answers, the government may face increased pressure to address these demands and provide a more comprehensive account of the events that transpired during the massacre.
