Israel Arrests 10 Suspects in Violence Probe in West Bank
Translated & summarized from Israel Police by baba
Israeli security forces arrested 10 suspects in the Benjamin region Tuesday as part of "Operation Olive Branch" investigating weekend violence, including attacks on foreign nationals. The operation involved the Shin Bet, Border Police, and IDF, seizing evidence and vehicles. The Inspector General affirmed that law applies equally to all in the West Bank, while the district commander stressed evidence gathering for prosecution.
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- Ten suspects were arrested in the Benjamin region during "Operation Olive Branch" for involvement in recent violent incidents.
- The operation targeted individuals involved in violence and those violating military orders, including closed military zones.
- The arrests followed weekend incidents including the alleged assault of a foreign journalist and suspected attacks on foreign diplomats.
- Evidence linking the suspects to the events was seized, along with several vehicles.
- The Inspector General stated that Israeli law applies equally to everyone in the West Bank.
- The Commander of the Judea and Samaria District emphasized the focus on gathering evidence for prosecution.
Israeli security forces conducted "Operation Olive Branch" early Tuesday, arresting 10 suspects in connection with recent violent incidents in the Benjamin region of the West Bank. The operation, led by the Judea and Samaria District's Central Unit with support from the Shin Bet, Border Police, and IDF, targeted individuals involved in recent violence and those violating military orders, such as entering closed military zones.
During the operation, which involved multiple locations, investigators seized evidence linking the suspects to the incidents and confiscated several vehicles. The violence in question occurred over the past weekend and included the alleged assault of a foreign journalist and suspected attacks on foreign diplomats in Taybeh.
Inspector General Dani Levy stated that the law in Judea and Samaria applies to everyone, emphasizing the police's commitment to professional, equitable enforcement based on evidence and law. He also highlighted the distinction between preventing incidents and investigating them after they occur, vowing continued cooperation with security agencies to strengthen security and the rule of law.
Moshe Finchi, Commander of the Judea and Samaria District, described the operation as aimed at apprehending those involved in the "serious violent incidents" over the weekend. He added that efforts are focused on gathering evidence and testimonies to build a case for prosecution.
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