Central District Police Chief Amir Cohen Announces Retirement After 38 Years

Commander of the Central District, Superintendent Amir Cohen, has informed Police Commissioner Dani Levy of his intention to retire from the police force after 38 years of service. The commissioner has approved the request, with the retirement to take place after the upcoming elections. Cohen, who previously commanded the Border Police, was appointed commander of the Southern District in July 2023. During the October 7th attacks, he managed the fighting in the field and directly participated in the battle against terrorists at the police station in Sderot, where he was injured by gunfire and shrapnel. In May, the police began presenting internal debriefings concerning the battles their forces fought on October 7th. These discussions took place within the forum of senior command staff and participants were required to sign confidentiality agreements to prevent leaks before the findings are presented to the families of fallen officers.