Prominent Defense Attorney Charged with Extortion and Threats

Central District Prosecutor's Office has filed an indictment against well-known defense attorney Alon Kriti for extortion and threats. According to the indictment, a former client owed Kriti and a relative NIS 40,000. Exclusive recordings obtained by Channel 12 News capture Kriti threatening the complainant, stating, "Within an hour, I'll be at your house, you bum." Following the arrival of two known criminals at the complainant's home, he contacted the police, reporting, "I am receiving death threats."

The indictment details that the complainant borrowed NIS 50,000 from Kriti in 2025 and repaid NIS 30,000. He later borrowed an additional NIS 20,000 from Kriti's relative, a sum that remains unreturned according to the indictment. The threats escalated beyond recordings, with two individuals known to the police reportedly visiting the complainant's home in Kiryat Malakhi to collect the debt. After they left, the complainant called the police emergency number, expressing fear for his life.

Kiryat Malakhi police initiated a covert investigation, identifying the suspect as a criminal defense lawyer. Despite the complainant's report, Kriti continued to send threatening messages, including, "You are welcome to complain. And as I said, if the need arises, I will face the consequences. I will not let you go." Another message read, "Bye sweetie, they will check for me that you are home from time to time, just so I know to come. We need to talk. This time they came to check and said you weren't home so I didn't come, next time I will come."

During his interrogation, Kriti denied the accusations. However, based on the evidence, a serious indictment was filed. Kriti is currently under house arrest with electronic monitoring until the legal proceedings conclude.