Negev High School Principal Arrested for Allegedly Attacking and Biting Student

A high school principal in the Negev region of southern Israel has been arrested on suspicion of assaulting and biting a student. The incident reportedly occurred during a brawl involving the principal's son and nephew, along with another student. The principal allegedly intervened in the fight and attacked the student. The principal denies the allegations, claiming he was the one attacked by the student. He also stated that he had reported the student's behavior to the police the day before the incident. Following the altercation, the principal's son and nephew were suspended from school. The principal was released to house arrest after questioning. A confrontation between the principal and the student is expected to take place at the police station in the coming days. Police confirmed they are investigating the incident, which began with a report of a school fight. They stated that based on witness accounts, the principal was released under house arrest conditions, and two other individuals were suspended until October 15. The investigation is ongoing.