Sunday, 23 August 2026

Crime

Latest Israel.com reporting in Crime — headlines, updates, and analysis from our newsroom.

Shortly ago, a report was received regarding the falling of weapons and ammunition in the Finger of the Galilee region. Damage was caused at the scene. At this stage, no casualties have been reported.

Weapons and ammunition fell in the Finger of the Galilee region, causing damage; police & sappers are securing the scene, no casualties reported.

By Israel Police 4 months ago

Suspect arrested after hiding in bushes with a pistol in Jisr al-Zarqa. During an operational activity by officers from the Jisr al-Zarqa station in cooperation with fighters from the Romach unit,

Israel Police 4 months ago

Israeli-Arab Homicide Toll Reaches 88 After Woman Killed In Suspected Blood Feud

Pesach Benson 4 months ago

In an operation by Gideon Unit fighters from Lahav 433, in cooperation with the Central District Special Patrol Unit, a suspect was arrested for a murder he committed in 2020, who had fled and hidden for a long time in the West Bank. The suspect,

Israel Police arrest suspect in 2020 murder after long hiding in West Bank, apprehended in Yarka.

By Israel Police 4 months ago

Crime June 25, 2026 at 10:01 pm 2 months ago

Police officers from the Jisr al-Zarqa station recently opened an investigation following a report of a shooting, during which a man was seriously injured. Forces are on the scene and have begun investigative actions alongside evidence collection.

Jisr al-Zarqa police investigate shooting incident where a man was seriously injured; evidence collection underway in likely criminal background.

Crime June 25, 2026 at 9:32 pm 2 months ago

“You were exposed to evil in the most difficult places, and yet you stood up to it with bravery” – Appreciation event at the President’s Residence for the volunteer dentists unit in the National Forensic Identification Division.

"You were exposed to evil in the most difficult places, and yet you stood up to it with bravery" - Appreciation event at the President's Residence for the volunteer dentists unit in the National Forensic Identification Division.

Crime June 25, 2026 at 9:31 pm 2 months ago

Shortly ago, a report was received regarding a shooting incident on Ibn Rushd Street in Jaffa – two injured individuals (aged 17) are at the scene, one seriously and one lightly. Forces from the Jaffa station are at the scene and have begun investigative actions.

Shortly ago, a report was received regarding a shooting incident on Ibn Rushd Street in Jaffa - two injured individuals (aged 17) are at the scene, one seriously and one lightly. Forces from the Jaffa station are at…

Crime June 25, 2026 at 8:33 pm 2 months ago

Tunnel discovered near Az-Zeim checkpoint – Judea and Samaria District police officers arrested two suspects for digging it and carrying out terrorist activities, following a report from the Civil Administration about the identification of a tunnel in the Az-Zeim checkpoint area.

Tunnel discovered near Az-Zeim checkpoint - Judea and Samaria District police officers arrested two suspects for digging it and carrying out terrorist activities, following a report from the Civil Administration about the identification of a tunnel in the…

Crime June 25, 2026 at 8:32 pm 2 months ago

Further to the protest convoys moving towards the area of Prison 10, traffic congestion is currently being recorded on Highways 1 and 6 and on additional routes.

Crime June 25, 2026 at 8:02 pm 2 months ago

Protest on Bar Ilan Street in Jerusalem – Police and Border Police forces are operating at the scene. Jerusalem District police officers and Border Police fighters are currently operating on Bar Ilan Street in Jerusalem.

Protest on Bar Ilan Street in Jerusalem - Police and Border Police forces are operating at the scene. Jerusalem District police officers and Border Police fighters are currently operating on Bar Ilan Street in Jerusalem.

Crime June 25, 2026 at 7:29 pm 2 months ago

Operation “Safe Road” led by the Traffic Division – A driver was documented taking a selfie while driving as part of an enforcement operation against life-threatening traffic offenses.

Israel Police's "Safe Road" operation caught drivers filming selfies while driving, highlighting dangers of phone use.

Crime June 25, 2026 at 7:09 pm 2 months ago

Huge Increase in Enforcement Against Illegal Construction and Farming in the Negev

The Ministry of National Security reports a surge in demolitions of illegal construction and farming in the Negev during the first half of 2026.

Crime June 25, 2026 at 6:12 pm 2 months ago

A four-year-old girl was found locked alone in a kindergarten during an operational activity in Tel Sheva – the police officers rescued her safely.

Israel Police rescued a 4-year-old girl locked alone in a Tel Sheva kindergarten; drugs and an M-16 magazine were also seized.

Crime June 25, 2026 at 5:40 pm 2 months ago

Due to a planned protest, traffic congestion is expected, particularly on the following roads: – Highway 1 – Highway 2 – Highway 4 – Highway 6 We recommend that drivers plan their journeys and choose alternative routes.

Planned protest to cause traffic jams on Highways 1, 2, 4, & 6; drivers advised to seek alternative routes.

Crime

Shortly ago, a report was received regarding the falling of weapons and ammunition in the Finger of the Galilee region. Damage was caused at the scene. At this stage, no casualties have been reported.

Suspect arrested after hiding in bushes with a pistol in Jisr al-Zarqa. During an operational activity by officers from the Jisr al-Zarqa station in cooperation with fighters from the Romach unit,

Israeli-Arab Homicide Toll Reaches 88 After Woman Killed In Suspected Blood Feud

In an operation by Gideon Unit fighters from Lahav 433, in cooperation with the Central District Special Patrol Unit, a suspect was arrested for a murder he committed in 2020, who had fled and hidden for a long time in the West Bank. The suspect,

The Central Unit of the Tel Aviv District solved an explosive device detonation incident in a residential building in Ramat Gan. At the conclusion of the investigation, a statement of intent to indict was filed against the two suspects in February.

Police forces gained control of the suspect who barricaded himself in his home, and seized a knife and a toy pistol – the suspect was arrested. Upon receiving the barricade incident,

Police officers from the Jisr al-Zarqa station recently opened an investigation following a report of a shooting, during which a man was seriously injured. Forces are on the scene and have begun investigative actions alongside evidence collection.

“You were exposed to evil in the most difficult places, and yet you stood up to it with bravery” – Appreciation event at the President’s Residence for the volunteer dentists unit in the National Forensic Identification Division.

Shortly ago, a report was received regarding a shooting incident on Ibn Rushd Street in Jaffa – two injured individuals (aged 17) are at the scene, one seriously and one lightly. Forces from the Jaffa station are at the scene and have begun investigative actions.

Tunnel discovered near Az-Zeim checkpoint – Judea and Samaria District police officers arrested two suspects for digging it and carrying out terrorist activities, following a report from the Civil Administration about the identification of a tunnel in the Az-Zeim checkpoint area.

Further to the protest convoys moving towards the area of Prison 10, traffic congestion is currently being recorded on Highways 1 and 6 and on additional routes.

Protest on Bar Ilan Street in Jerusalem – Police and Border Police forces are operating at the scene. Jerusalem District police officers and Border Police fighters are currently operating on Bar Ilan Street in Jerusalem.

Operation “Safe Road” led by the Traffic Division – A driver was documented taking a selfie while driving as part of an enforcement operation against life-threatening traffic offenses.

Huge Increase in Enforcement Against Illegal Construction and Farming in the Negev

A four-year-old girl was found locked alone in a kindergarten during an operational activity in Tel Sheva – the police officers rescued her safely.

Due to a planned protest, traffic congestion is expected, particularly on the following roads: – Highway 1 – Highway 2 – Highway 4 – Highway 6 We recommend that drivers plan their journeys and choose alternative routes.

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The Nahal Brigade 931 soldiers went on a training exercise in the familiar sector – with the new battalion commander.

Two additional months in the program, one week of combat, and approximately 60 new ‘Jaguars’.

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Congratulations to the three-time European floor exercise champion Artem Dolgopyat. Artem, you bring immense honor and national pride to the State of Israel time and time again

Shortly after hearing gunfire from the village: IDF forces apprehended suspects and confiscated weapons in the village of Al-Ram in the Binyamin Brigade. During the night (Sh.), forces from the 7114 Reserve Battalion,

IDF forces destroyed a bomb-making laboratory in the Tulkarm camp.

Watch the paratroopers’ documentation from combat in southern Lebanon

Colonel M. and Major Nurit Rokach are the torch lighters on behalf of the IDF.

The government today approved our new five-year plan for the development of Eilat and the Eilat region, amounting to approximately NIS 360 million. Eilat and the Eilat region are the southern pearl of the State of Israel,

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Tel Aviv South police arrest 14-year-old for extortion

Three suspects were arrested in connection with a shooting incident at the Magen Junction. Today, a report was received about a shooting carried out from a vehicle at the Magen Junction, following which a man was lightly injured.

Following numerous incidents of violence among teenagers in Kiryat HaSharon, Netanya, including a brawl last week during which a 14-year-old boy was apprehended with a knife,

Unit 105, Lahav 433, finds 20+ victims in sex offense probe

Colonel M. and Major Nurit Rokach are the torch lighters on behalf of the IDF.

Israelis Show Growing Interest in Learning Persian, School Says

Between Sirens and Coffee Cups, Jerusalem Refuses to Stop

IDF Force Conduct During Securing the Area During the Evacuation of an Illegal Outpost in Area A of Judea and Samaria

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