Municipal Official in Central Israel Questioned in Bribery Probe
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- Senior municipal official detained in bribery investigation.
- Investigation linked to the "Handshake" affair.
- Insurance agent previously investigated in the case.
- Documents and digital media seized.
- Additional individuals summoned for questioning.
The National Fraud Investigations Unit (LAHAV 433) has opened a new investigation into a subsidiary case within the "Handshake" affair, suspecting bribery between a senior municipal official in central Israel and an insurance agent previously investigated in the same case. On Sunday morning, officers detained the official for questioning and searched his home and municipal office. Documents and digital media were seized during the searches. Additional individuals involved have been summoned for questioning at the National Fraud Investigations Unit offices within LAHAV 433.
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