Theft

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Sep 1, 2026
"One message - and the account is hacked: this is how millions were stolen from dozens of elderly people"
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"One message - and the account is hacked: this is how millions were stolen from dozens of elderly people"

Five residents of Haifa and Tamra were arrested on suspicion of defrauding more than 30 victims across the country. According to the police, they sent messages about alleged debts with a link, through which they took control of bank accounts and withdrew money from them. The scope of the theft is estimated at more than 3 million shekels.

The double beer heist: cans worth $70,000 stolen - the company responded in an original way
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The double beer heist: cans worth $70,000 stolen - the company responded in an original way

Thieves managed to make off with tens of thousands of beer cans in two sophisticated robberies on the same day in California, causing $70,000 in damages. The beer manufacturer decided to address the robbers directly: "We understand you want to show off to your friends."

Aug 30, 2026
09:41Walla
Broke into an apartment in Tel Aviv - and fell asleep in the living room while the tenants were sleeping at home
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Broke into an apartment in Tel Aviv - and fell asleep in the living room while the tenants were sleeping at home

He entered the apartment at night, while the residents were inside, and instead of fleeing, he simply fell asleep on the sofa. In the morning, police officers found the 29-year-old Tel Aviv resident sleeping in the living room and arrested him. This was just one of seven arrests made by Yarkon District police officers over the weekend, as part of a series of break-in incidents throughout Tel Aviv.

Aug 29, 2026
Stole a key — and emptied the room: the sophisticated scam at a hotel in the center
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Stole a key — and emptied the room: the sophisticated scam at a hotel in the center

A resident of Ramat Gan, aged about 50, is suspected of stealing hotel room cards from guests and emptying their rooms of jewelry and money. The police claimed she was dangerous: "The method is sophisticated" — but the court decided to release her to house arrest.

24 thefts in a month: The suspect who terrorized AM:PM branches has been arrested
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24 thefts in a month: The suspect who terrorized AM:PM branches has been arrested

Ivan Zlozhin from Tel Aviv was filmed stealing time and again from the chain's branches in the city. His defense attorney argued that he is a homeless person and that his actions do not justify the arrest. His detention was extended until Sunday.

Aug 27, 2026
18:27Mako
Eden Ben Zaken's Diamond-Encrusted In-Ear Monitor Stolen
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Eden Ben Zaken's Diamond-Encrusted In-Ear Monitor Stolen

Following a performance, Eden Ben Zaken discovered her custom-made in-ear monitor, valued at 12,000 NIS, had been stolen. The thief remains unidentified, and no police report has been filed.

Aug 25, 2026
18:19Walla
Bored during vacation? Four teenagers arrested on suspicion of breaking into a scooter shop
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Bored during vacation? Four teenagers arrested on suspicion of breaking into a scooter shop

Four teenagers were arrested after allegedly smashing the entrance door of a shop in Safed, breaking into it, and stealing several scooters, it was learned today (Tuesday). The incident occurred at night in mid-August, when police received a report regarding a break-in at a local scooter shop.

Aug 19, 2026
17:10Walla
No less than 162 kg: Suspect in avocado theft caught red-handed in Moshav Yesodot
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No less than 162 kg: Suspect in avocado theft caught red-handed in Moshav Yesodot

During an operation by fighters of the Border Police (Magav) Central District near Moshav Yesodot, a vehicle was located containing 162 kg of avocados suspected to be stolen. The fighters identified a suspect who was near the vehicle and detained him, and a representative of the moshav who was summoned found that the avocados were of a variety grown in the agricultural fields of the settlement.

Tel Aviv resident charged with stealing three scooters
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Tel Aviv resident charged with stealing three scooters

A 35-year-old man from central Israel is suspected of committing a series of thefts over the past two months. He was caught riding a Vespa stolen minutes earlier from the Gordon Pool area. Police have requested that he remain in custody until the end of legal proceedings.

07:41Walla
ATVs, a motorcycle and dozens of cartons: the loot uncovered in a raid in Tarabin
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ATVs, a motorcycle and dozens of cartons: the loot uncovered in a raid in Tarabin

Detectives from the Negev Central Unit and fighters from the Southern National Guard raided a compound and a house in the village of Tarabin. During the search, two ATVs, a motorcycle, and a trailer suspected of being stolen were seized, alongside 59 cartons of cigarettes, more than 25,000 shekels in cash, and walkie-talkies. Two local residents were arrested.

Aug 17, 2026
Broke into a vehicle and threw away the phone: two suspects arrested in Ashdod
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Broke into a vehicle and threw away the phone: two suspects arrested in Ashdod

Police officers patrolling near the beach noticed two individuals carrying a bag and entering a public garden. A search of one of them revealed a knife, and a search of the area led to the discovery of a mobile phone that had been stolen from a vehicle on HaTayalet Street shortly before.

Aug 16, 2026
Exiting Big Fashion Glilot: Couple caught on suspicion of stealing property worth thousands of shekels
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Exiting Big Fashion Glilot: Couple caught on suspicion of stealing property worth thousands of shekels

Police officers arrested a man and a woman on suspicion of a theft spree from several stores in a major shopping complex in Ramat HaSharon. According to the suspicion, the two stole clothing items, perfumes, and fashion accessories. At the end of the investigation, the suspects were released under restrictive conditions, and the seized property was returned to the business owners.

Caught in a tree: head of agricultural theft ring arrested after 4 km chase
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Caught in a tree: head of agricultural theft ring arrested after 4 km chase

Three residents of Surif were arrested as part of the "Green Field" operation, launched following a series of thefts in the Mateh Yehuda region. During the operation, the ringleader attempted to flee on foot. A vehicle with fake license plates, suspected of being used in the thefts, was seized.

Aug 14, 2026
3 break-ins in a week: hundreds of thousands of shekels stolen from apartments in Rishon LeZion
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3 break-ins in a week: hundreds of thousands of shekels stolen from apartments in Rishon LeZion

61-year-old Ilan Barak from Rishon LeZion and 44-year-old Aviv Vaknin from Bat Yam are accused of breaking into apartments in the city and stealing property worth hundreds of thousands of shekels.

Aug 13, 2026
Scam in the north: 54-year-old woman accused of stealing from elderly in their homes during "medical treatment"
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Scam in the north: 54-year-old woman accused of stealing from elderly in their homes during "medical treatment"

A Haifa resident is accused of a series of fraud and theft offenses against the elderly, after entering their homes and posing as a medical professional. The investigation was opened following a complaint from a Holocaust survivor whose credit card was stolen, and led to the discovery of additional victims.

Aug 11, 2026
20:44Ynet
The scam, the haircut - and 'bingo': Stolen bicycles returned to construction workers from Sri Lanka
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The scam, the haircut - and 'bingo': Stolen bicycles returned to construction workers from Sri Lanka

A happy ending: Two foreign workers agreed to let 6 teenagers ride their electric bicycles, but the latter did not return them - and sold them to a shop in Nazareth. The workers described that one of the teenagers had a 'very unique haircut', which led youth investigators to a breakthrough: 'I know most of the youth in the area. I felt it was a bingo.'

Suspects Arrested for Stealing Over a Ton of Watermelons in the Galilee
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Suspects Arrested for Stealing Over a Ton of Watermelons in the Galilee

Police forces arrested two suspects last week, including an illegal resident, who loaded over a ton of watermelons into their vehicle from an agricultural field near Ein HaMifratz. A herd of about 300 sheep was also brought onto the site, causing heavy damage to the crops. Indictments were filed against the two this morning.

Aug 10, 2026
12:11Mako
Kim Kardashian's estate broken into — the suspect did not settle for just theft
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Kim Kardashian's estate broken into — the suspect did not settle for just theft

The Los Angeles Police Department was called to Kim Kardashian's estate, which is currently undergoing renovations, after a burglar broke into the premises, took one of the star's vehicles, and went for a joyride in the neighborhood. Kim and her children were not there.

Aug 9, 2026
15:02Maariv
Using family members and defying the law: a new criminal trend
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Using family members and defying the law: a new criminal trend

A mother and son from Kiryat Gat were arrested with a commercial quantity of crystal meth intended for distribution, joining a growing list of families recently exposed for criminal activity across the country.

11:21Ynet
Brazen theft: Driver steals wheel from another car to replace his own
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Brazen theft: Driver steals wheel from another car to replace his own

A resident of Beit She'an found her car left on stones after a wheel was stolen. Police arrested a discharged soldier who admitted to the act, claiming he lacked the funds to repair his own flat tire.

Aug 6, 2026
16:01Now14
Twice in a week: two suspects broke into the Bnei Brak municipality
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Twice in a week: two suspects broke into the Bnei Brak municipality

Indictments were filed against two 16-year-old minors, residents of the center of the country, on suspicion of breaking into the Bnei Brak municipal building twice and stealing a large amount of property. Alongside the indictment, a request was filed to hold them in custody until the end of the proceedings.

Aug 5, 2026
Suspicion: Employee Stole Packages Worth Tens of Thousands of Shekels After 22 Years on the Job
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Suspicion: Employee Stole Packages Worth Tens of Thousands of Shekels After 22 Years on the Job

The police accuse an Israel Airports Authority employee of stealing packages worth tens of thousands of shekels, and the court has extended his detention by three days. The defense attorney argued that the suspect was not informed of the specific items allegedly stolen, but the court ruled that the investigation must proceed.

Aug 4, 2026
Hid the loot in a stroller: The family vacation in Eilat that turned into a crime spree
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Hid the loot in a stroller: The family vacation in Eilat that turned into a crime spree

A couple of parents, residents of Haifa, are accused of stealing property worth over 100,000 NIS. Among other things, the parents involved their children - aged 8 and 9 - in committing the offenses. The indictment filed includes 15 counts, the father of the family remains in custody until the end of the proceedings.

11:25Maariv
"Go get Dad some perfume": Haifa parents used their young children for a series of thefts in Eilat
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"Go get Dad some perfume": Haifa parents used their young children for a series of thefts in Eilat

A couple from Haifa, Eliran and Sivan Buhbut, are accused of a series of thefts from Eilat stores totaling over 100,000 NIS. They used their young children in their criminal schemes to distract staff.

10:54ICE
A 33,000 Shekel Vacation: The Family Trip That Turned Into a Theft Spree
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A 33,000 Shekel Vacation: The Family Trip That Turned Into a Theft Spree

Parents who arrived with their three young children for a vacation in Eilat were filmed using a baby stroller and special magnets to steal valuable items from dozens of different stores.

Aug 3, 2026
17:34Now14
Dog that provided comfort to victim of rocket attack stolen from home: "It brought us so much calm"
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Dog that provided comfort to victim of rocket attack stolen from home: "It brought us so much calm"

Over the past year, 20-year-old Veronica from Be’er Sheva has been coping with severe mental and physical challenges. After their home was destroyed by a rocket and she was later injured in a hit-and-run, their family dog became a vital source of support. Yesterday, the dog was stolen from their home, and Veronica and her mother have been searching for her nonstop.

Aug 2, 2026
15:02Walla
Police arrested a suspect for stealing phones from bathers in Tel Aviv
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Police arrested a suspect for stealing phones from bathers in Tel Aviv

The suspect, a foreign national from Eritrea, aroused the suspicion of the officers during a proactive patrol. During an inspection, five mobile phones suspected of being stolen were found in his pockets, which were later returned to their owners.

Aug 1, 2026
22:06ICE
Israeli OnlyFans star in trouble: Billionaire cancels wedding
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Israeli OnlyFans star in trouble: Billionaire cancels wedding

The publicized relationship between American billionaire Steven Klobek and Israeli OnlyFans model Adva Lavi has come to an end. According to reports, a recent arrest and new allegations led to a complete severance and the cessation of all financial and legal support.

06:41Walla
Israeli OnlyFans Model to Remain in Custody in Los Angeles
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Israeli OnlyFans Model to Remain in Custody in Los Angeles

Adva Lavie, known by the alias "Mia Ventura," will remain in custody in Los Angeles. A judge ruled that the model is a flight risk following repeated violations of her release conditions.

Jul 30, 2026
14:39Now14
Bat Yam resident sets fire to residential storage room over stolen bicycle
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Bat Yam resident sets fire to residential storage room over stolen bicycle

A 34-year-old Bat Yam resident was arrested for setting fire to a storage room on Herzl Street after his bicycle was stolen. A prosecutor's statement has been filed, with an indictment expected shortly.

Jul 29, 2026
19:00ICE
Police issue warning: Impersonator stole property and credit card details from the elderly
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Police issue warning: Impersonator stole property and credit card details from the elderly

Police have released the name of 54-year-old Liora Lior Nativ Strasberg from Haifa, suspected of impersonating a public servant to steal credit cards and property from senior citizens. Authorities are asking the public to assist in identifying additional victims.

12:45ICE
Damage of 150,000 shekels: A couple used their children to steal expensive equipment in Eilat
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Damage of 150,000 shekels: A couple used their children to steal expensive equipment in Eilat

Drama in court following the arrest of a couple suspected of stealing valuable equipment while using their young children. The police claimed they had incriminating video footage, but the judge accepted the defense's position and warned against violating the rights of the interrogated.

Jul 28, 2026
Without shame: Ruach Hashem Gordon's rival filmed stealing at Carmel Market
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Without shame: Ruach Hashem Gordon's rival filmed stealing at Carmel Market

According to a report by "HaTzinor," before his fight against the Israeli athlete, Moldovan fighter Maximus Bejanote was filmed stealing items from a Judaica shop owned by a widow who immigrated from Iran.

Jul 27, 2026
23:25Now14
Worshippers discover Torah scrolls stolen during Bar Mitzvah
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Worshippers discover Torah scrolls stolen during Bar Mitzvah

Between 10 and 12 Torah scrolls were stolen overnight from a Jewish community center in Levallois-Perret, France. The theft was discovered this morning during a Bar Mitzvah ceremony when the Holy Ark was found empty.

06:03Walla
First publication: Suspect arrested for stealing vehicle batteries in Be'er Sheva
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First publication: Suspect arrested for stealing vehicle batteries in Be'er Sheva

Police officers from the Be'er Sheva station arrested a young man from Tel Sheva after discovering three suspected stolen batteries in his vehicle. The arrest followed a report of a car break-in in the city.

Jul 26, 2026
10:00ICE
Theft of 150,000 Shekels: Family Arrested in Eilat
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Theft of 150,000 Shekels: Family Arrested in Eilat

A disturbing trend of organized shoplifting has emerged in Eilat, involving families on vacation. Police have uncovered a sophisticated method where suspects use young children as cover to steal luxury goods.

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