Domestic Violence

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"Either we separate or I will commit suicide": domestic violence is increasing - complaints are decreasing
Crime

"Either we separate or I will commit suicide": domestic violence is increasing - complaints are decreasing

Although 142,000 women experienced physical violence from their partner, only about 41% sought assistance. The gap is also prominent against the backdrop of an increase in the number of violence cases since the beginning of the war, compared to a decrease in the number of complaints. Women's organizations warn: "Responsibility for violence against women cannot be that of a social organization, but...

Aug 26, 2026
Ramle murder investigation: 4 suspects arrested in connection with Asma Abu Ghanem case
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Ramle murder investigation: 4 suspects arrested in connection with Asma Abu Ghanem case

Two months after the murder of 18-year-old Asma Abu Ghanem in Ramle, police have arrested four suspects, including a relative. Authorities believe the incident was rooted in a family dispute.

Man under supervision cut off his electronic tag and tried to reach the protected person
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Man under supervision cut off his electronic tag and tried to reach the protected person

A man classified as high-risk violated the restrictions imposed on him within days and notified a woman of his intention to reach Jerusalem. Following concerns for her safety, he was located and arrested, and an indictment was filed against him.

Aug 24, 2026
13:19Walla
Police surprise: Beit She'an shop clerk exposed as head of drug network
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Police surprise: Beit She'an shop clerk exposed as head of drug network

A Beit She'an resident in his 50s was arrested on suspicion of domestic violence. While analyzing his phone, police discovered he was using his workplace at a local store to conduct drug deals, viewing the activity as a source of "supplementary income."

13:07Ynet
She sued to cancel a divorce agreement: "I signed because I was afraid of my husband"
Relationships

She sued to cancel a divorce agreement: "I signed because I was afraid of my husband"

The ex-wife of a lawyer, who in the past was forced to stay in a shelter for battered women, claimed that her former partner hid accounts and assets from her, including in Switzerland. What did the court rule?

Aug 21, 2026
Man intentionally drove car into the sea in attempt to murder his wife; passersby saved her
World

Man intentionally drove car into the sea in attempt to murder his wife; passersby saved her

A 45-year-old man of Albanian descent was arrested in Italy on suspicion of attempted murder after investigators concluded he intentionally accelerated and drove his car into the port waters with his wife inside. The woman, who cannot swim, was trapped in the sinking vehicle and managed to escape through the rear window with the help of passersby. The husband fled the scene but was located hours...

Aug 18, 2026
While married: he wed a 15-year-old, assaulted her — and injured the baby
Crime

While married: he wed a 15-year-old, assaulted her — and injured the baby

An indictment was filed against a resident of the Tel Arad area who married a minor illegally, beat her during her pregnancy, and broke her phone when she tried to call for help. Her father is accused of facilitating the marriage. In a separate case, a Rahat resident is accused of bigamy.

Aug 17, 2026
14:04Walla
Dragged his wife by her hair, kicked her and choked her: suspicion of severe violence in the north
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Dragged his wife by her hair, kicked her and choked her: suspicion of severe violence in the north

A 35-year-old resident of the north is accused of two severe incidents of violence against his wife, whom he married only eight months ago. According to the indictment, he slapped her, kicked her, dragged her by her hair throughout the house and even choked her. In the last incident, the woman managed to lock herself in the bathroom and call the police.

Aug 16, 2026
16:50ICE
Shimon Buskila is the singer arrested on suspicion of violence: "We trust the police"
Crime

Shimon Buskila is the singer arrested on suspicion of violence: "We trust the police"

The veteran singer was taken for questioning under caution at the police station following a complaint filed against him. The complainant alleged harassment and threats, adding that the singer did not stop contacting her even though they had separated.

The father ran around the house, the son chased him with a speargun and fired
Crime

The father ran around the house, the son chased him with a speargun and fired

Against the backdrop of a financial dispute and repeated demands for money, a 36-year-old resident of Neve Yamin is accused of creating an improvised arrow from an iron rod and shooting his father from a range of about four meters. The arrow hit his neck and stopped near the spinal cord and major blood vessels. After he collapsed, his son told him: "Say it was an accident."

Aug 13, 2026
16:16Mako
"He called me 'the house gorilla' and slapped me"
Celebrities

"He called me 'the house gorilla' and slapped me"

Yuval Maor arrives at mako's "Spill It" just before her first birth and opens up about everything on her heart: the commenters who criticized her appearance, her frustration with her changing body, and her turbulent romantic past.

06:01Maariv
Attacked a man? You will receive a "leniency" in the severity of the punishment
AI

Attacked a man? You will receive a "leniency" in the severity of the punishment

Is AI mistakenly perceiving women as less dangerous due to human social bias? A surprising Israeli study found that some artificial intelligence models recommended completely different punishments for men and women who committed the exact same crimes.

Aug 12, 2026
16:13Maariv
Horror in Jerusalem: Man charged with attempted murder of wife using utility knife
Crime

Horror in Jerusalem: Man charged with attempted murder of wife using utility knife

The Jerusalem District Attorney's Office has indicted a local resident who, following years of threats and domestic violence, attacked his wife with a utility knife, leaving her with life-threatening injuries.

Akko man charged with extorting wife for drug money and threatening her life
Crime

Akko man charged with extorting wife for drug money and threatening her life

A 69-year-old resident of Akko is accused of extorting his wife of 45 years, subjecting her to verbal abuse and death threats. Following a police investigation, he has been indicted with a request for detention until the end of legal proceedings.

Aug 11, 2026
18:45ICE
Reshet 13 star reveals: "A false complaint of violence was filed against me"
Crime

Reshet 13 star reveals: "A false complaint of violence was filed against me"

Israel Deutsch, a participant in the Haredi matchmaking show "Vort," has spoken out about a year-long legal battle. He revealed that a police investigation into alleged violence was closed for lack of guilt, though the aftermath continues to impact his career in the security sector.

16:11Mako
Ofek Adank's ex-partner: "The truth doesn't need noise"
Celebrities

Ofek Adank's ex-partner: "The truth doesn't need noise"

She claims she did not run him over, while he reports a leg injury. The argument, which allegedly began with a breakup discussion, ended in an arrest, a shattered window, and five days of house arrest. Following the public disclosure of Adank's name, his ex-partner Hadas Massori stated: "I am still trying to process."

14:52ICE
Ofek Adank after violence allegations: "I am already in a different place"
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Ofek Adank after violence allegations: "I am already in a different place"

Following his arrest on suspicion of violence against his former partner and his subsequent release, singer Ofek Adank shared a song by Itay Levi on social media, with lyrics that suggest a definitive end to their relationship.

Aug 10, 2026
09:17N12
Ofek Adanek is the singer arrested on suspicion of violence against his partner
Crime

Ofek Adanek is the singer arrested on suspicion of violence against his partner

About an hour before his name was cleared for publication, the young singer suspected of threatening his partner and damaging her car chose to reveal his identity. In a post he uploaded to the web, he denied the accusations against him: "I was not violent."

Aug 9, 2026
Stabbed his wife, fled with family help — and was caught after a manhunt
Crime

Stabbed his wife, fled with family help — and was caught after a manhunt

A 34-year-old East Jerusalem resident is suspected of repeated domestic violence, culminating in a stabbing attack at his wife's family home in Dura. He was arrested a day later, and prosecutors have now filed a statement of intent to indict.

12:44Walla
"I will show you, I will kill you": Serious indictment against an abusive husband
Crime

"I will show you, I will kill you": Serious indictment against an abusive husband

The defendant and his wife have five children together, but a few weeks ago their relationship reached a breaking point. When refused to take the children for an outing, he pushed his wife and ran her over. Later, he threatened her and her father. According to the indictment, during another argument, he took a kitchen knife and threatened his wife.

08:35ICE
"Come on, run me over again": The drama, the arrest, and the stormy footage of Ofek Adank
Crime

"Come on, run me over again": The drama, the arrest, and the stormy footage of Ofek Adank

Following a volatile argument involving allegations of vehicular assault and domestic violence, singer Ofek Adank was arrested and released under restrictive conditions. His performance was canceled at the last minute, and the couple appears to have ended their relationship.

Aug 8, 2026
22:15Walla
Well-known singer arrested on suspicion of domestic violence
Crime

Well-known singer arrested on suspicion of domestic violence

A prominent singer has been arrested following a domestic violence complaint filed by his partner. The woman alleges that he acted violently, threatened her, and broke her car windows. The suspect is currently being questioned at the Rishon LeZion police station.

22:14Maariv
Well-known singer arrested: broke partner's car window; she allegedly tried to run him over
Crime

Well-known singer arrested: broke partner's car window; she allegedly tried to run him over

A well-known singer was arrested on Saturday on suspicion of violent offenses. Police are currently investigating the incident, including claims that the partner attempted to run him over.

11:11Maariv
They save lives under fire — but who will save the social workers? | Miriam Reis
Opinions

They save lives under fire — but who will save the social workers? | Miriam Reis

Social workers continue to save lives even during air raid sirens, but they pay a heavy mental price. Rates of secondary trauma and burnout are skyrocketing, and the collapse of the system could endanger patients and Israel's social resilience.

10:20Walla
"Choked his wife and pinned her to the wall": Indictment against football referee
Crime

"Choked his wife and pinned her to the wall": Indictment against football referee

Referee Abdelatif Kherradji, who has appeared regularly in French top-flight league matches over the last two seasons, was summoned yesterday to the criminal court in Nîmes to face trial for domestic violence. He has been under judicial supervision since May 15 and is accused of two incidents of violence. The verdict is expected on August 19.

Aug 5, 2026
10:21Ynet
"Puncture the tires so she comes out": Man accused of threatening to murder his wife after separation
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"Puncture the tires so she comes out": Man accused of threatening to murder his wife after separation

According to the indictment, a man sent threatening messages to his wife and threatened to kill her after she moved to her parents' house and requested a divorce. He punctured her car tires to lure her outside. He was arrested while carrying a knife; his defense attorney stated he is cooperating with the investigation.

08:34Maariv
Congressman accused of violence against family refuses to withdraw candidacy
World

Congressman accused of violence against family refuses to withdraw candidacy

For the party, the main concern is now political rather than personal. The seventh district of Ohio has historically been a safe Republican stronghold, but in light of the serious scandal, the seat is now in clear danger.

Aug 4, 2026
17:47ICE
"Save me, my husband is murdering me": 91-year-old stabbed his wife due to suspicion of infidelity
Crime

"Save me, my husband is murdering me": 91-year-old stabbed his wife due to suspicion of infidelity

Seven decades of marriage ended in a bloodbath: a 91-year-old senior is accused of attempting to murder his wife in their home. These are the shocking testimonies from the interrogation room about the horrific drama of the 91-year-olds from Rishon LeZion.

10:50Ynet
Youth accused of assaulting his mother over pocket money and broken internet
Crime

Youth accused of assaulting his mother over pocket money and broken internet

An indictment was filed against an 18-year-old from the Jezreel Valley who repeatedly attacked his mother. The violent outbursts were triggered by domestic issues, including internet outages and refusals to provide pocket money.

Aug 2, 2026
21:26Now14
Indictment Pending: Man Violated Protection Order and Attached Tracker to Ex-Partner's Car
Crime

Indictment Pending: Man Violated Protection Order and Attached Tracker to Ex-Partner's Car

Officers from the Shuafat police station in the Jerusalem District have concluded their investigation into a 45-year-old East Jerusalem resident. The suspect is accused of stalking his ex-partner, attaching a tracking device to her vehicle, and violating a court-issued protection order.

Jul 31, 2026
10:03Walla
NBA player: Ex-girlfriend threatened to kill me and ruined clothes with bleach
Crime

NBA player: Ex-girlfriend threatened to kill me and ruined clothes with bleach

Tari Eason has filed a request for a restraining order against Marilyn Melo Rodriguez, whom he accuses of physical assault and destroying property worth $92,000. He is also seeking protection in arenas where the Rockets will play in California.

Jul 29, 2026
Man Indicted for Assaulting Wife in Front of Their Son in Jerusalem
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Man Indicted for Assaulting Wife in Front of Their Son in Jerusalem

The Jerusalem District police prosecution unit has filed an indictment against a 29-year-old man for assaulting his wife. According to the charges, the defendant punched his spouse and dragged her while their minor son witnessed the violence.

Tragedy in Michigan: Father murders wife and six children, sets home on fire, and commits suicide
World

Tragedy in Michigan: Father murders wife and six children, sets home on fire, and commits suicide

What began as a report of a residential fire in Michigan has been revealed as a horrific murder-suicide: Christopher Karolkiewicz killed his wife and six children, aged 5 to 15, before taking his own life. Details emerge regarding the overnight killing spree.

Jul 28, 2026
17:26ICE
She documented the nightmare on TikTok - and was murdered two weeks later
Crime

She documented the nightmare on TikTok - and was murdered two weeks later

Sera Gilson, an American influencer, shared a viral video in which she revealed that she discovered her estranged husband is a pedophile. 12 days later, he arrived at her home, brutally murdered her, and then committed suicide.

'Dad killed Mom': 5-year-old boy exposed the murder of his pregnant mother
Crime

'Dad killed Mom': 5-year-old boy exposed the murder of his pregnant mother

Tragedy in India: A man was arrested on suspicion of murdering his wife, who was in her eighth month of pregnancy, following an argument over alcohol. The suspect attempted to mislead police, but his 5-year-old son contradicted his account.

Jul 27, 2026
22:01Ynet
"I will blow you up": Police officer fired after threatening family, but will not be prosecuted
Crime

"I will blow you up": Police officer fired after threatening family, but will not be prosecuted

In one of the recordings collected during the investigation, a child is heard asking their mother: "Is this a policeman?", to which the father replied: "I am not a policeman, I am a criminal." Despite this, the DIPI decided to close the case, claiming that "the criminal process is not an appropriate framework."

Jul 26, 2026
19:51ICE
At 43: The well-known social media star was brutally murdered because of a TikTok video
Crime

At 43: The well-known social media star was brutally murdered because of a TikTok video

A mother of two posted a difficult post about her estranged husband, but the protective order did not prevent the tragedy. Her young son reported the shocking shooting to the emergency center, which left the network in shock.

Jul 24, 2026
A dispute over a sari: A woman is suspected of murdering her husband with a pressure cooker
Crime

A dispute over a sari: A woman is suspected of murdering her husband with a pressure cooker

According to the investigation, the 30-year-old woman attacked her bedridden husband and then strangled him following an argument. Their 7-year-old son provided information that helped investigators. The court has extended her detention.

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