Police Arrest Over 40 Illegal Migrants Begging at Road Junctions Near Nazareth
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
Israeli police arrested over 40 illegal migrants who were begging at road junctions near Nazareth during a two-day operation. The crackdown uncovered the exploitation of minors, some under 12, who were returned to their areas, while adults face court proceedings. The police stated they are committed to combating illegal stays and maintaining public order.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Over 40 illegal migrants were arrested for begging at road junctions near Nazareth.
- The operation uncovered the exploitation of minors, some under 12 years old.
- Police conducted raids on abandoned buildings and open areas to find hideouts.
- The arrested individuals were causing traffic disturbances and endangering themselves and others.
- The police vowed to prosecute offenders and combat illegal immigration into Israel.
Police in Israel's Northern District, along with Border Police officers, conducted a two-day enforcement operation in the Nazareth area, arresting over 40 individuals staying in the country illegally who were operating as beggars at major road junctions. The operation, which included raids on abandoned buildings and hideouts in open areas, revealed a disturbing picture of the exploitation of minors and disruption of public order.
According to a police spokesperson, the operation targeted the phenomenon of street beggars at key intersections near Nazareth, where they were causing traffic disturbances and endangering themselves and other road users. Security forces raided several structures and makeshift shelters in open areas, locating the undocumented individuals.
Among those arrested were numerous minors under the age of criminal responsibility, some younger than 12. These minors were transferred to the care of welfare authorities and, following coordination, were returned to their areas. Several adults were brought before a court, with police requesting their detention be extended.
Israel Police emphasized their commitment to combating any party facilitating the entry and stay of illegal residents within Israel, vowing to use all available means to prosecute offenders and maintain public safety. Beyond the severe offense of illegal stay, the suspects are accused of disrupting public order and traffic, posing risks to themselves and drivers.
This operation is part of a broader series of enforcement actions by the police against illegal immigration. Just days prior, a 17-year-old from Hebron, driving a stolen vehicle, crashed into a bus on Highway 1 while fleeing security forces.
