Police to Close Case Against Journalist Ravev Drucker for Phone Use While Driving

The investigation into journalist Ravev Drucker for allegedly using his mobile phone while driving is expected to be closed without any action taken against him, and no traffic ticket will be issued. The reason for the closure is that Drucker exercised his right to remain silent, leaving investigators without crucial details about when and where the offense occurred. Drucker was summoned for questioning earlier this week following footage aired on his program "HaMakor" on Channel 13. The segment showed him holding and speaking on his phone while driving, an offense punishable by a NIS 1,000 fine and 10 penalty points. However, Drucker did not cooperate with police, invoking his right to silence. Without knowing the specific time and location of the alleged violation, authorities cannot issue a traffic report, even if the act was documented. Drucker is expected to receive official notification of the case's closure soon. Police are reportedly pushing back against claims that journalists are being unfairly targeted for questioning, with one source stating, "This is a serious traffic offense that causes driver distraction and can lead to severe accidents. The penalty for this offense was intentionally increased. It is the police's duty to investigate and enforce life-threatening offenses."