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Ashdod refinery disaster: "I feel like they are trying to cover it up"
Six months after the death of Nitzan Goichman in a work accident at the Ashdod refinery, her family claims there is a lack of transparency in the investigation. Despite the file being transferred to the State Attorney's Office, the relatives of the victims continue to demand answers. The police state that they have maintained continuous contact with the family in accordance with the law.
Senior criminal Yanis Yushbaev, head of the Caucasian mafia in the north, eliminated near Caesarea
Yanis Yushbaev, 45, from Or Akiva, was considered one of the most prominent and dangerous intelligence targets of the Hadera Police and the Central Unit of the Coastal District. In recent years, he has been arrested multiple times on suspicion of involvement in grenade attacks, shootings, and vehicle arson.

In broad daylight, at a gas station: a man was murdered at a gas station near Caesarea
A man about 45 years old was critically wounded by gunfire at a gas station near the Caesarea interchange; his death was pronounced at the hospital. A manhunt for the suspects who fled is underway; the background is believed to be criminal.
Palestinian amputee attacked with an iron bar: 'The settler wanted to hit my son'
Said al-Amour was attacked in the courtyard of his home in the Hebron Hills after, according to him, he tried to distance the attackers from his 7-year-old son. The suspects were documented in a video and arrested.
Six against one — and kicks to the head: the severe assault in Eilat
Six suspects were arrested after a man was attacked outside a supermarket in Eilat, in an incident documented by security cameras. The police claim that everyone participated in the assault, while defense attorneys raise other versions; the detention of four of them was extended.
A month and a half later - Sasson Shaulov to be prosecuted: "Conduct causing damage"
According to the indictment, Shaulov drove recklessly while traveling on Herzl Street in Tel Aviv and entered an intersection despite a red light. As a result, he blocked the path of another vehicle, leading to an accident in which the driver of the other vehicle and a passenger with him were injured.
"They paid out of fear for their lives": 14-year-old arrested for TikTok extortion
Tel Aviv police have arrested a 14-year-old from central Israel suspected of extorting money and clothing from peers on TikTok in exchange for physical "protection". The case came to light after parents of one victim discovered incriminating messages and filed a police report.
Caught driving for the sixth time without a license - and fled from police
Police officers from the Be'er Sheva station arrested a suspect who was driving without a driver's license for the sixth time and while under a driving ban for the fifth time. The suspect fled contrary to police instructions. A severe indictment and a request for detention until the end of proceedings were filed against the driver.
Driving with negligence and running a red light: Indictment filed against singer Sasson Shaulov
About a month and a half after the accident in Tel Aviv, an indictment was filed against singer Sasson Shaulov. The investigation revealed that he entered the intersection on a red light and collided with a vehicle carrying three young men.
The underworld coalition: The connection giving the Musli brothers new power
Police suspect that the struggle between the Musli and Jarushi organizations has turned into cross-sector alliances: the son of Yusef Hariri was arrested on suspicion of supplying grenades, and the Tel Aviv Central Unit claims that evidence has been gathered linking the involved parties.
Omer Adam's ex-girlfriend reports attack by cleaner: "I can't stop shaking"
Maayan Ashkenazi recounts an incident in Herzliya where a municipal worker allegedly sprayed her with water with great force. "I thought that perhaps this was intentional and hostile behavior towards me because I am Jewish," she stated.
"I don't know who I gave it to": The mailman made a mistake - the driver was acquitted of driving while suspended
A comedy of errors in Haifa: A courier who was detained due to a license plate discovered he was being charged with driving while suspended, despite not knowing about the penalty. The main prosecution witness - the mailman - admitted that he delivered the suspension notice to a relative of another person with the same name, and the judge ruled for a full acquittal.
Hard to watch: minor hits elderly Palestinian with a rod while his friend records
A video circulated online shows a Jewish minor hitting an elderly disabled Palestinian, while his friend films. The two, aged 16 and 17, were arrested and interrogated. The police also confiscated the Ranger vehicle seen in the video, in which the teenagers allegedly drove without a license.
Impersonated a man and committed indecent acts against women: the suspect is a former police officer
Earlier this month, police arrested a Petah Tikva resident in her 20s on suspicion of impersonating a man, conducting romantic relationships, and committing sex offenses. According to the suspicion, she operated online under the name "Orel Hazan". Police have collected testimonies from five complainants.

Resident of Kafr Aqab arrested for illegal possession of a fawn
During a raid in the village of A-Ram, Border Police forces discovered an Israeli gazelle fawn being kept in captivity. The suspect was detained, and the animal was transferred for veterinary care.

Murder in Silwan and Itamar Ben Gvir's Response
A man in his 30s was murdered during a violent family conflict in East Jerusalem, leaving another person critically injured. Following the incident, riots broke out in the village of Silwan, involving gunfire and the use of Molotov cocktails.
The safest neighborhood in Israel vs. the most dangerous: "People don't walk around here at night"
The ynet crime index, based on police data analyzed by the Madlan company, found that the South Rothschild neighborhood in Tel Aviv has the highest number of offenses per thousand people - 460.8 - while in the 200 complex in Hod HaSharon the number is 200 times lower. "There is a sense of security for the children, everything here is invested in," said a resident of the neighborhood. In Tel Aviv...

Gun to the head and death threat: two robberies in one day at a park in Jaffa
Karim Guaba, 18, from Jaffa, robbed iPhone Pros on two consecutive evenings from a 16-year-old boy and a 42-year-old man. According to the indictment, Guaba threatened the teenager, stating that he intended to make purchases using the iPhone and that if he dared to cancel the credit card, "we will rape you and shoot you."
Special education teacher dismissed for physically abusing 9-year-old student
A teacher physically harmed a child who refused to board the school bus. She dragged him several meters by his backpack straps, causing his clothing to slide down and resulting in injuries. Following criminal proceedings involving community service, a disciplinary tribunal has now ordered her permanent dismissal from the civil service.
"Pulled her hair and punched her": East Jerusalem resident violently robbed a spa employee
Namer Rashak, a 20-year-old resident of East Jerusalem, is accused of lying in wait for a spa employee he knew from his visits to the place, proposing marriage to her, and moments later brutally attacking her outside her car. According to the indictment, he prevented her from entering the vehicle, knocked her to the road, punched her, and fled the scene with her personal bag containing thousands...
Dozens of drivers drove without insurance: light punishment for an agent who cheated and forged documents
An insurance agent who defrauded his clients and pocketed more than 225,000 shekels was sentenced to nine months of community service, a 5,000 shekel fine, and compensation. For four years, he sold 47 clients forged compulsory insurance certificates from the "Menora" company, copying payment stamps from other policies and leaving them without insurance coverage.
Dangerous chase in the north: suspects maneuvered through traffic and discarded weapon
Two young men from I'billin and Ibtin attempted to evade police by driving against the flow of traffic and discarded a "Glock" pistol from their vehicle. Officers fired at the car's tires and successfully arrested the suspects. A serious indictment has now been filed against them.
Suspicion: School principal married off her minor daughters in Yavne'el - and continues to work
Following suspicions that a school principal married off her daughters while they were minors, public figures, including Knesset member Merav Cohen and the head of the local council, are demanding her immediate suspension from her educational position. The Ministry of Education is examining the findings after an inquiry conducted by the employing network, but in the meantime, the principal...
Customs inspectors at Ashdod port open oil containers to find millions in contraband
An import company attempted to ship 12 containers from Egypt to Israel, declared as sunflower and soybean oil. However, a random inspection by customs officials at Ashdod port revealed that the containers were actually filled with large quantities of smuggled cigarettes.
Suspected 'price tag' attack in the Palestinian village of Ustrin: building set on fire, vehicle torched and graffiti
Buildings and vehicles were burned in the village, and graffiti was observed with the inscriptions 'Revenge 30 for Bnayahu' and 'Death to the enemy, freedom to the homeland'. A report on the matter was received by the police, an investigation has been opened, and police forces are preparing to enter the location accompanied by IDF forces.

Beersheba resident arrested for attempted re-kidnapping of young woman
A 24-year-old Beersheba resident has been detained on suspicion of attempting to kidnap a young woman from a hostel, ten days after she was rescued from Hebron. The court extended his detention by two days, despite defense arguments regarding the release of other suspects in the case.
Drove recklessly and caused the death of his cousin. The punishment: license revocation
A 17.5-year-old performed a dangerous overtake near Isfiya, lost control, and was ejected from the vehicle along with his 16-year-old relative, who was killed. His father attacked the sentence: "Revocation is like burying him."
Two Killed in East Jerusalem Shooting Amid Family Feud
Police are investigating a shooting incident in which two men in their 40s and 50s were killed, and at least eight others sustained moderate to light injuries. Numerous gunshots were reported in the area.
"I ended up on the street with debts of 10,000 shekels a day due to drug addiction"
Outwardly, Adele Shaked looked like a normal girl, but beneath the surface, she was consumed by addiction. Today, as a mental coach and addiction therapist, she returns to her years on the streets of Tel Aviv, telling of the miracle that saved her and the power to save other young people.

Prisoner dies in custody one month after beginning his sentence for sex offenses
Arie Gottlieb, 76, who was convicted of severe sex offenses against a complainant who was 11 years old at the time of the acts, died at the "Magan Nitzan" detention center. The Israel Prison Service (IPS) stated that a team has been appointed to examine the circumstances of his death.
Suspicion of arson in Kiryat Arba: hundreds of vehicles went up in flames at a scrapyard
The fire broke out in the industrial zone, and firefighting teams are working on the scene to prevent it from spreading to an adjacent lot. Gas cylinders exploded and high-voltage lines were damaged, but there is no danger to residents. Station commander: "We scrambled teams from neighboring districts to prevent further damage."
Violent riots in Jerusalem: bus pelted with stones and road blocked
Passengers on their way to the capital encountered severe riots and stone-throwing by the ultra-Orthodox public, while a central street was completely blocked to traffic, causing severe confrontations until the arrival of security forces.
Clashes in Safed and Meron: Haredi protesters blocked and prevented buses from departing
The protest that began several weeks ago in Safed has spread to Meron, and clashes surrounding the operation of public transportation on Shabbat have intensified. Activists arrived to facilitate the departure of the buses, facing off against a hundred Haredi protesters who tried to delay them. Police forces at the scene secured the flow of traffic and detained several protesters for questioning.
Changing the trend in a dangerous phenomenon: "Once it was part of the joy, it is possible to celebrate without it"
Shooting at events and weddings in the Arab community has long been considered routine. Recently, increased enforcement and initiatives from within the community have raised awareness, and a decline has been recorded in the phenomenon, which often ended in tragedy: "It is possible to dance and enjoy without hearing gunshots." The police are operating surveillance balloons, and signs are hung at...

Tension in the Gaza Envelope in the middle of the night: A young man was shot near Kibbutz Magen
A young man in his 20s was shot at a gas station near Kibbutz Magen and arrived independently at Soroka Hospital in light condition. Police estimate the background is criminal, and the Eshkol Regional Council was quick to reassure: this is not a security incident.
Stabbing spree in Tel Aviv: Sentences handed down to the men who terrorized the city
Aron Kidane and Emmanuel Ovad were convicted of two violent incidents within 10 days, including stabbing a young man and a minor while threatening them with weapons. The court sentenced them to 24 and 40 months in prison, stating: "They created fear and panic in the public."
Court Orders Club Brawl Participants to Pay Compensation to Victim
Seven and a half years after a nightclub assault that left a young man requiring complex jaw surgery, a court has approved a settlement agreement awarding the victim 335,050 shekels in compensation.
"Failed to reach an agreement": Trial against Palestine Action activists for the raid on Elbit factories dissolved
The judge dissolved the jury in the trial after a single conviction was reached out of 15 charges. After more than 37 hours of deliberation, only one conviction for "criminal damage" was reached. In a separate proceeding: a Jewish left-wing activist who praised the October 7 massacre was acquitted of a charge of supporting Hamas.
Crime family war: Home of Maccabi Tel Aviv coach damaged
A vehicle crashed into a luxury home owned by the 'Yellows' coach Kenny Miller in Scotland, valued at approximately £600,000. Police have opened an investigation against the backdrop of a gang war and drug trafficking, as the property is rented to a person whose name has previously been linked to the world of organized crime.
The terrorist was caught by chance, and then the investigator remembered the mysterious unsolved murder: 'There is a match here'
For three and a half years, the murder case of the Kaduri couple in Armon HaNatziv remained a mystery. But then, a completely different murder of a foreign worker changed everything: the full story of the dramatic turn, the investigator who connected the dots, and the tiny drop of blood found in a storage room that led to a cruel ISIS terrorist who had been under the state's nose all along. The...