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The white pickup trucks affair in Qusra: 19-year-old arrested on suspicion of involvement
The suspect was arrested in a joint operation by the police and the Shin Bet and was transferred for interrogation. The police continue to collect evidence and make efforts to locate additional suspects who participated in the riots in the village. Later, the police are expected to request an extension of his detention.
Millions in crypto and accounts in Russia: The suspicion against a former Haifa resident
Leonid Lepshov, a former Haifa resident currently living mostly abroad, is suspected of selling and converting virtual currencies totaling approximately 2 million shekels and holding bank accounts in Russia without reporting them to the Tax Authority.

Suspicion of underage marriages in Yavne'el: 16 detained for questioning
Dozens of Northern District police officers raided several locations in Yavne'el, detaining 16 minors and adults suspected of involvement in illegal underage marriages.

His name was linked to two cases that shocked the country: Atef Sabihi died in prison
Atef Sabihi, who was convicted in two of the most disturbing murder cases in Israel during the 80s, died today (Thursday) in prison after decades of incarceration. Sabihi served long prison sentences for his part in the murder of the teenager Dani Katz in Haifa in 1983, as well as for the kidnapping and murder of the discharged soldier Dafna Carmon in 1982. His death closes a central chapter in...

Murder of a child in Beit Shemesh: arrest of the suspected neighbor extended by two weeks
The arrest of Liel Ifargan, suspected of stabbing 7-year-old Hillel Dadon to death and seriously wounding his cousin, has been extended by agreement until mid-September. Investigators continue to try and decipher the motive that led the young man to harm the children while they were playing in a pool in the house's yard.

Half a ton of cannabis: Police raided a warehouse and arrested a suspect
Proactive activity by detectives from the Tel Aviv station and intelligence information led to a raid in the Hevel Modi'in region. In addition, cocaine and 21,000 shekels in cash were seized. A 30-year-old suspect was taken for questioning and will be brought for a remand hearing.
Tax Authority: Crypto transactions worth millions of shekels lead to investigation
A suspect living abroad was detained upon arrival in Israel on suspicion of tax evasion and maintaining secret bank accounts in Russia. The court released him under restrictive conditions.
Crime and punishment: Business owners locked a man in a warehouse
Police in Hura rescued a man who had been tied up, handcuffed, and locked in a business warehouse by owners who suspected him of theft. Five suspects have been arrested.

Loaded pistol found during search: suspect arrested for murder
Police detectives arrested a Jaffa resident suspected of involvement in a deadly shooting on Leib ben Sara Street. A Sig Sauer pistol was seized during a search of his residence. The incident occurred Sunday when a motorcyclist opened fire on a parked car, killing one man and seriously wounding another.

With the help of Loki the dog: Police uncovered a weapons cache in the Galilee
Proactive activity by YASAM Galilee fighters and the National Guard, with the assistance of a dog handler and a police dog, led to the discovery of a rifle, a handgun, and magazines. A 30-year-old suspect was arrested and taken for questioning.

Bus driver filmed using phone and wedding convoy blocked road: enforcement operation in Jerusalem
Traffic police officers operated in the south and east of the capital. The driver was brought in for questioning after being filmed using a mobile phone while driving. Five delivery riders were fined, one driver is suspected of driving under the influence of drugs, and two vehicles were taken off the road.

From a Tel Aviv Apartment to Nationwide Distribution: 17 kg of Drugs Seized
Following a covert investigation, police from the Binyamin station raided an apartment and seized marijuana, hashish, and ketamine. Four suspects have been arrested, and three vehicles along with an electric bicycle used in the operation were confiscated.
"All 64 should be put to death": 27-year-old man questioned on suspicion of incitement against Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana
The publication came after the Likud MK revealed stickers with his image painted in red alongside the caption "No forgiveness," which were pasted on the way to his children's school. Due to the response posted to the post, the suspect, a 27-year-old from Tel Aviv, was summoned for questioning on suspicion of incitement to violence against a public official, and was released under restrictive...
"He sexually harassed me during the examination": The harsh testimonies at Hadassah Hospital
How the prestigious Jerusalem hospital became a stronghold of political appointments and job arrangements for Likud and Shas associates. From testimonies about queue-jumping using the "friend brings a friend" method, through luxury delegations to India, to harsh testimonies about the conduct of Professor Alon Pikarsky - Netanyahu's surgeon and the leading candidate for the hospital's CEO. Another...
Storm in Hadash: Claims of 6 testimonies of sexual harassment by Jafar Farah
Organizations claim that since 2019, they have received six direct and documented testimonies from women complaining of sexual harassment and abuse of power by Jafar Farah. Farah denies the allegations, stating that he is being targeted without a fair legal process.
Over two months after the murder: suspect arrested in the liquidation at a Holon gas station
The investigation into the explosion that killed 25-year-old Mustafa Abu Lasan has seen a breakthrough: Tel Aviv Central Unit detectives have arrested a 34-year-old Jaffa resident. Searches also uncovered weapons and drugs, leading to the arrest of a second suspect.

"Tinder Swindler" Simon Leviev: "The Netflix film is the best thing that ever happened to me"
In an interview with The Times, Shimon Hayut, who reportedly swindled about $10 million from his victims, said: "Call me a swindler, I don't care - I'm laughing all the way to the bank." For the first time in 15 years, he is a free man after the investigation in Germany was closed and the Leviev family lawsuit was withdrawn. One of his victims: "He won't change, only the law can change that."

Suspected double murder in Nazareth: 2 men shot to death
Two men in their 30s were shot to death inside a vehicle in Nazareth, and MADA teams were forced to pronounce them dead at the scene. The police have launched a search for suspects in the shooting and stated that the background to the incident is criminal and the circumstances are under investigation.
Precedent-setting ruling: Dance teacher to pay over 1.2 million shekels in compensation to victim
The court ruled that Kirill Chaikin-Shachaf, known as "Kirill Art", a dance teacher convicted of raping his student Yuval Raz when she was a teenager, must pay her 705,321 shekels in compensation. The total damages were estimated at 1,268,128 shekels, with deductions made for criminal compensation and National Insurance Institute benefits.

Elderly woman killed after being hit by a car in Tel Aviv, 80-year-old man arrested on suspicion of fleeing the scene
Police arrested an 80-year-old man on suspicion of hitting an elderly woman on Bnei Efraim Street and fleeing the scene. She was evacuated to Ichilov Hospital in critical condition, where her death was pronounced.
New scam exposed: Israelis fall into a trap for the sought-after show
The intense demand for tickets to the NEXT show featuring Omer Adam and Idan Amedi has led to a wave of sophisticated scams on social media, in which innocent buyers transfer hundreds of shekels and are immediately blocked on WhatsApp.
Tax Authority and Police in massive raid: Network that laundered 100 million shekels caught
As part of a joint and extensive investigation by Lahav 433, several suspects were arrested this morning on suspicion of operating an illegal financial system that moved huge sums under the radar.
Tax Authority reveals: This is how a brother and sister in Israel evaded 55 million shekels in taxes
The Tax Authority arrested a brother and sister suspected of running a sophisticated network of shell companies, whose sole purpose was the distribution and offsetting of fictitious invoices in unprecedented volumes for various companies.
Following a party for minors with alcohol: a loft in Ashdod closed for 12 days
Following the report on Walla regarding parties for minors in the south, the police issued an administrative closure order for a loft in Ashdod where an event was held for students entering the 12th grade. Large quantities of alcohol were found at the site, and the investigation revealed that the business was operating without a license.
After the attack in Qusra: rioters threw stones at police officers
An investigation team of the Judea and Samaria District Police located a white pickup truck that was allegedly used for the violent attack in the village. When the suspects spotted it approaching, they began attacking it — two of them were arrested. The police and Shin Bet continue their attempt to uncover the identities of those involved, including the use of special measures.

Punches to the chest and ribs: police officer charged with assaulting a 17-year-old
According to the Police Investigation Department (Mahash), two 17-year-olds arrived at a banquet hall in Jerusalem to receive payment for their work. A confrontation developed with the police officer who was securing an event at the location. He is charged with both a violent assault on one of the teenagers and assaulting his friend.

Raid in Tayibe: Drugs, vehicles, and cash worth hundreds of thousands of shekels seized
A raid by the Samaria District Crime Fighting Unit on several locations in Tayibe led to the arrest of six suspects. Police seized dozens of boxes containing substances suspected to be cannabis and ecstasy, alongside five vehicles worth approximately 600,000 shekels, about 25,000 shekels in cash, and 21 mobile phones.
"Your father is dead": Daughter discovers caregiver transferred house to herself for $5
Nora traveled to visit her 75-year-old father, only to discover he had passed away. The situation escalated when she realized the caregiver had obtained power of attorney and transferred the property to her name for a nominal fee. Nora is now fighting in court to void the transaction.
15-year-old girl sexually harassed at Big Fashion Glilot mall
A 39-year-old clothing store employee is charged with sexually harassing a minor. Following the incident, the suspect threatened security guards with a glass bottle, assaulted security personnel and a police officer, and made multiple attempts to escape custody.
A month after the murder in Ein Ayala: Prosecutor's statement against the suspect
After about a month of investigation, the police announced that an evidentiary basis has been established against Ohad Arad, suspected of murdering his brother. In the coming days, an indictment and a request for detention until the end of proceedings are expected.

Massive raid in Atarot: Attempt to distribute counterfeit food thwarted
Ministry of Agriculture inspectors uncovered 55 tons of dairy and food products smuggled from the Palestinian Authority in Atarot. Three refrigerated trucks were ready for distribution, but inspectors intervened and broke into the facility after the suspect refused to cooperate.
Attempted murder on the way to Selichot: Suspect disguised himself as a secular man
A 39-year-old Afula resident has been arrested for stabbing a 66-year-old man on his way to Selichot prayers. The suspect, an Ultra-Orthodox follower of a convicted sex-offender rabbi, allegedly disguised himself to carry out the attack as an act of revenge related to the rabbi's past conviction.
More than 100 testimonies and investigative actions worldwide: an unusual step in the Jerusalem murder case
First publication: To assist in solving the case, an additional police investigation team will examine the murder case of Anastasia Orlov. In January 2025, she was found in her apartment without signs of life. Since then, 16 gag orders have been issued in the case, and attempts have been made to trace every lead. Police: The scene was very complex, partly due to findings that cannot be detailed.

Suspicion: Senior official in the Palestinian Authority apparatus was involved in transferring weapons to a family member
Two Palestinians, including a senior official in the Preventive Security Service, were arrested overnight in the Hebron area. According to the suspicion, the two transferred pistols to their family member, and the police are investigating whether the weapons were intended for criminal or security-related purposes. Another suspect was arrested last week.
Cleared for publication: Yan Shmala is the suspect in the baby food poisoning case
His defense attorney claimed he suffers from manic depression, but a psychiatric evaluation determined he is fit for detention. Five children were hospitalized after sedatives and sleeping pills were found in the baby food. Shmala's detention has been extended until Sunday.

22-year-old driver arrested for severe drunk driving on Highway 85
The driver stopped in the middle of the lane on a highway near the Rama junction. A test revealed that his body contained 972 micrograms of alcohol per liter of exhaled air, more than four times the legal limit. He was arrested, his vehicle was impounded for 30 days, and an indictment was subsequently filed against him.

Transfer of an object between vehicles exposed a drug deal: two suspects arrested
A young man passed items to a passenger in a vehicle in Ma'alot-Tarshiha, and a police search uncovered various types of drugs, a folding knife, and evidence allegedly linking the two suspects to drug trafficking.
Police broke into the wrong apartment: court ruled against them
A police force forcibly broke into a storage room door in Tel Aviv during a search, and only afterwards did it turn out that the premises were not the target of the operation at all. The court partially accepted the property owner's lawsuit and ordered the state to pay him 7,400 shekels, including legal expenses.

Nazareth: Kalashnikov rifle found buried in a flowerbed in a house courtyard
In a targeted operation against violence in the Arab sector, police in Nazareth seized a Kalashnikov assault rifle that was buried near a residential house. The suspect, a 23-year-old resident of the city, was arrested and transferred for questioning. Since the beginning of the year, more than 610 weapons have been seized.
"Like in a horror movie": Residents of a building in Rishon LeZion fear their neighbor, and authorities are not helping
Oil spilled on the floor, silicone on the camera lens, and a screwdriver stuck in the door: residents of a residential building in Rishon LeZion describe a daily reality of fear and panic following the behavior of a neighbor with mental health issues. Despite repeated appeals to the police and the district psychiatrist, the answer they received was the same: "As long as he hasn't attacked, there...