Teen Driver Killed in Head-On Collision with Bus

Ofir Moshe Aviad, a 17-year-old from Kfar Saba, was killed on July 27 when a bus collided head-on with his car on Road 5504 near Kibbutz Nir Eliyahu. Aviad had only been driving without a supervising adult for two weeks, having received his license four months prior. His mother, Sivan Aviad, described him as excited about driving independently and on his way to a basketball practice when the accident occurred. He was also planning to open a basketball shirt business.

Aviad's mother expressed severe criticism of the police's handling of the investigation, stating that she has not received adequate information about the accident or its aftermath. She reported that after the initial mourning period, she was told she could not receive details until the investigation concluded. Although she was later informed the case was transferred to the prosecution, she claims no one contacted her to explain what happened or who was responsible. She is particularly concerned about the bus driver's status, questioning if he is still working and if any action will be taken against him.

Aviad was set to celebrate his 18th birthday in late October and had aspirations of enlisting in the IDF's combat units with a high medical profile. His mother described him as a charismatic and joyful individual who was a role model to his younger siblings and a significant financial contributor to their household. As a single mother, she relied on his support and is now facing financial hardship in addition to her grief.

The police responded to the mother's claims, stating that the investigation was thorough and that family members were updated according to the investigation's stages. They confirmed the case was transferred to the prosecution about a month prior for further review.