Israeli Police Arrest 25 Illegal Immigrants in Central Region Operations

Israeli police forces apprehended 25 individuals staying in Israel illegally during an intensified operation in the central region over the past week, as part of holiday preparations. The operation, conducted by Border Police (MAGAV) officers and Central District police, focused on locating illegal residents and enforcing laws against those who transport, employ, or shelter them.

In Kafr Qasim, officers discovered ten illegal residents allegedly working and living at a business establishment, leading to their arrest. In a separate incident, three illegal residents were caught attempting to flee. During a search in Tayibe, police seized a Glock pistol with 9mm and 7.63mm ammunition, and a drone that a woman attempted to discard from a window. A man and a woman were arrested in connection with these findings.

Further arrests included six illegal residents and one suspect accused of sheltering them, who were found in Tayibe after attempting to evade officers. In Jaljuliya, two individuals attempting to flee on foot were apprehended and identified as illegal residents. Additionally, during a traffic stop, police found four illegal residents in a vehicle with an Israeli driver, all of whom were arrested.

In total, 25 illegal immigrants were detained, along with a suspect for allegedly harboring them. All suspects were transferred for further investigation. A police spokesperson stated that the Israel Police will continue to act decisively throughout the holiday period to ensure public safety and a secure holiday routine.