Wife of Detained Rabbishatz Demands His Release
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
Tzuraya Ran, wife of detained Rabbishatz Pinchas (Chasi) Ran, has strongly criticized his arrest and indictment following a shooting incident in 'Aqraba where a young woman was injured. She highlighted his extensive military service and personal sacrifices, including his brother's death on October 7th, and demanded his immediate release. Ran stated her husband would have cooperated with an investigation if approached properly, condemning the harsh and humiliating arrest methods. The indictment alleges Ran entered a Palestinian village without authorization and opened fire, while Ran claims he acted in self-defense against a vehicle that threatened him.
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- Tzuraya Ran demands the release of her husband, Rabbishatz Pinchas (Chasi) Ran, following his arrest and indictment.
- Ran criticizes the "harsh and humiliating" arrest of her husband in front of their children.
- Her husband is accused of shooting and severely injuring an 18-year-old Palestinian woman in 'Aqraba.
- Pinchas Ran claims he acted in self-defense against a vehicle that threatened him.
- Tzuraya Ran highlighted her husband's extensive military service and personal sacrifices, including his brother's death on October 7th.
Tzuraya Ran, wife of Pinchas (Chasi) Ran, the Rabbishatz (community security coordinator) of Gid'onim Ridge in the Samaria region, has publicly defended her husband following his arrest and indictment. She criticized the authorities' handling of his detention, describing it as harsh and humiliating, particularly the manner in which he was arrested in front of his children. Ran highlighted her husband's extensive military service, including combat in the Paratroopers' 101st Battalion and reserve duty, and his return to service immediately after his brother's death on October 7th. She stated that her husband, who dedicated his life to security, is now detained despite his unwavering commitment.
Ran recounted that her husband took on the role of Rabbishatz after the family moved to the Havot Giv'ot Olam outpost, recognizing the complex security challenges in the area. She emphasized his efforts to improve the security system in cooperation with the army, earning their trust and praise. However, she sharply criticized his arrest, questioning how the state treats someone who has sacrificed so much for its security, especially after losing a brother in the war and continuing to serve.
The indictment against Pinchas Ran stems from a shooting incident in the Palestinian village of 'Aqraba, where an 18-year-old woman was severely injured. According to the indictment, Ran entered the village outside his jurisdiction, conducted identity checks without authorization, and opened fire on a vehicle that failed to stop, hitting a young woman. Ran's defense claims the incident began when a vehicle without license plates sped towards him and a fellow officer, prompting them to jump aside and then fire into the air to stop the car.
Tzuraya Ran clarified that she does not oppose an investigation but objects to the method of arrest, stating her husband would have cooperated if asked to present himself. She described the arrest as cruel and humiliating, involving a pre-dawn raid on their home, preventing legal counsel, and holding him in Shin Bet facilities. She concluded by demanding her husband's immediate release, emphasizing his right to fair and humane treatment after a lifetime of dedication and sacrifice for the safety of others.
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