Investigative Journalist Raviv Drucker Questioned by Police Over Driving Video

Investigative journalist Raviv Drucker was questioned by the Israel Police's Traffic Division on Monday following a complaint filed against him. The complaint stems from a video clip, published on September 23 as part of an investigative report by Reshet 13's "HaMakor" program, which allegedly shows Drucker using his mobile phone while driving.

The complaint asserts that at the 7:58 mark of the video, Drucker is seen driving with one hand on the wheel and the other holding and using a mobile phone. The complainant claims this constitutes a violation of traffic regulations and requested the police launch an investigation and take appropriate enforcement measures. A still image from the video, showing Drucker holding the phone while driving, was attached to the complaint.

Following the complaint and the video's circulation on social media, the police began examining the incident. Last week, the police confirmed that the video had been forwarded for review by the Central Unit of the Traffic Division. After an initial review, Drucker was summoned for questioning.

The video was filmed as part of Drucker's journalistic work for "HaMakor." The specific segment showing him driving was later shared separately online, drawing public reactions. The complainant argued that the fact the footage was broadcast as part of a news report does not exempt the incident from investigation and enforcement.