Jericho Man Charged With Brutal Abuse of Pregnant Wife
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A Palestinian man from Jericho faces multiple charges, including aggravated assault and threats, for allegedly subjecting his wife to severe and ongoing domestic violence, including during her pregnancies. Police have requested he be held in custody until his trial.
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- Jericho man indicted for severe domestic violence against his wife.
- Assaults included whipping and threats with a gun-like object.
- Abuse occurred during the wife's pregnancies.
- Suspect allegedly controlled wife by confiscating her belongings.
- Police seek pre-trial detention and emphasize zero tolerance for domestic violence.
A Palestinian man from Jericho has been indicted on serious charges following an investigation by the Hebron station of the Judea and Samaria (Shai) district police. The charges detail a pattern of severe and ongoing domestic violence against his wife, including assaults during her pregnancies. According to the indictment, the accused repeatedly physically attacked his wife, choked her, and threatened her life.
The investigation was initiated in September when the victim filed a detailed complaint with the police. Officers quickly located and arrested the suspect, whose detention was extended by the court multiple times during the investigation. The probe included gathering testimonies and specialized interviews, particularly concerning child victims.
The indictment includes nine counts of aggravated assault, assault, threats, and violation of a legal order. The prosecution alleges the man cruelly assaulted his wife, at one point whipping her with an electrical cord and threatening her with an object resembling a handgun. He also exerted controlling behavior, confiscating her identity card, mobile phone, and credit card to prevent her from leaving their home.
In addition to the indictment, police have requested that the suspect be held in custody until the legal proceedings conclude. Israeli police emphasized their commitment to prosecuting domestic violence cases to the fullest extent of the law, stating they will act with determination against those who perpetrate violence towards women, minors, and the helpless.
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