Police Commissioner Accused of Appeasing Left Ahead of Potential Yair Golan Appointment
Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
A senior police source criticized Police Commissioner Dani Levy for his handling of Haredi protests on Highway 4, alleging he is appeasing the left in anticipation of Yair Golan becoming Minister of National Security. The protests, against the arrest of an army deserter, involved clashes where police used stun grenades and demonstrators were injured. Knesset Member Yaakov Asher called for an investigation into the police's alleged excessive force. Police maintain the protesters were violent and injured an officer, necessitating the dispersal.
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- Senior police source claims Commissioner Dani Levy is appeasing the left for potential Yair Golan appointment.
- Haredi protesters clashed with police on Highway 4, resulting in injuries and the use of stun grenades.
- Knesset Member Yaakov Asher called for a hearing for officers involved in the alleged excessive force.
- Police state protesters blocked a junction, ignored orders, and injured an officer with a stone.
- The protests caused significant traffic disruptions on Highway 4 near Bnei Brak.
A senior police source has sharply criticized Police Commissioner Dani Levy, citing controversial footage of violence against Haredi protesters on Highway 4. The source alleged that Levy's actions are intended to appease the left-wing, stating, "He is already preparing for Yair Golan's entry into the role of Minister of National Security." The source further claimed that Levy has initiated a campaign to secure a fourth year in his position under a "Yair Golan government," suggesting the current events are a preview of what's to come. Levy is accused of alienating the Haredi community and Minister Ben Gvir, who appointed him, in an effort to gain favor with potential future government leaders. Despite Levy's Haredi upbringing, the source claims he has turned his back on that community, shifting from his previous policy alignment with Minister Ben Gvir after the recent elections.
The clashes occurred during a protest by hundreds of Haredi individuals against the arrest of an army deserter. Police declared the demonstration illegal and dispersed the protesters, reportedly using stun grenades. Videos from the scene show injured and bleeding demonstrators. These images have drawn criticism from elected officials, who are demanding an investigation into the officers' conduct and appropriate action for any unlawful use of force.
Knesset Member Yaakov Asher, chairman of the United Torah Judaism party, condemned the police's actions, stating that while his party opposes road blockades, the documented footage necessitates an inquiry. He called the behavior "a red line" and urged Commissioner Levy to summon the officers involved for a hearing regarding their alleged excessive force.
Conversely, police stated that the protesters blocked the Geha junction, ignored police orders, and threw stones at officers. According to a police statement, an officer sustained a head injury from a thrown stone, prompting the local police commander to declare the protest illegal and order its dispersal. The confrontations led to the closure of Highway 4 in both directions between the Aluf Sadeh and Ramat Gan interchanges, causing significant traffic disruptions. Traffic police were deployed to the area, advising drivers to seek alternative routes.
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