Suspect Arrested in Nazareth Double Murder of Father and Son
Israeli police announced the arrest of a 29-year-old suspect from Yafa an-Naseriyye in connection with the double murder of Khaled and Majd Mahajna, a father and son, in Nazareth. The incident occurred on December 20, 2025, when shots were fired at the victims, who were residents of Yafa an-Naseriyye. Both were pronounced dead at the scene.
Following the report, a large police force from the Northern District responded, and the commander, Major General Meir Eliyahu, assessed the situation. The investigation was assigned to the Northern District's Central Unit (Yamar).
On the morning of the arrest, investigators from the Central Unit, along with Border Police officers, raided the home of the suspect in Yafa an-Naseriyye and took him into custody. The suspect is believed to be involved in the killings.
The Nazareth Magistrate's Court extended the suspect's remand until October 1, 2026, based on the investigation's findings. The Northern District police stated that solving murders and thwarting serious crimes are top priorities, utilizing significant resources, technology, intelligence, and skilled personnel to solve cases and bring perpetrators to justice.
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