Stabbing at Housewarming Party in Safed Leaves One Seriously Injured, Two Arrested

A serious stabbing incident occurred in the northern Israeli city of Safed this week during a housewarming party held in the backyard of a private residence. The victim sustained severe injuries and was transported to the hospital. Police have arrested two suspects in connection with the event.

According to the Israel Police, the initial report of the injured individual was received by the police dispatch center in the evening. Northern District officers were dispatched to the scene and began initial efforts to locate the area and investigate the circumstances. Upon arrival, officers found the victim, who was then evacuated to the hospital in serious condition, according to medical assessments.

Simultaneously, officers conducted searches of the vicinity, locating the site of the incident in the backyard of a private home where a housewarming party with several attendees was underway. Initial investigative actions and interviews with those present revealed that a fight broke out during the event, during which the victim was stabbed and seriously wounded.

Following the incident, officers from the Northern District collected evidence, took testimonies, and conducted investigative actions to identify those involved and determine their roles. During this operation, two suspects were apprehended on suspicion of involvement. Their detention has been extended periodically by the court and is currently set until October 4, 2026, to allow for further investigation. The Israel Police stated that investigations are ongoing to clarify all aspects of the incident.