At least four people have been killed and six others injured in a shooting attack at a shopping center in Tel Aviv.

Police announced that one assailant was arrested and another was taken to hospital after being shot following the incident that took place at the Sarona food and retail market near the Israeli military�s main headquarters on Wednesday night.

According to initial reports, the attackers were dressed as ultra-Orthodox Jews, but the police later�claimed�that they were�of Palestinian origin.

The attack was launched in two locations, one in the actual complex and one in an adjacent street.

�The preliminary investigation indicates that there are a number of wounded who are being treated by paramedics,� said a statement released by Israeli police. �We ask the public not to approach the area.�

Medial sources said that several of the wounded are in a critical condition.

�When I arrived at the scene I saw a woman who was unconscious and not breathing and in critical condition. We began resuscitation efforts. We also treated numerous other individuals who suffered gunshot wounds and wounds from shrapnel,� said a medical volunteer.

By Press TV